Writers Guild gains key backing from SAG-AFTRA ahead of possible strike

SAG-AFTRA headquarters in Los Angeles.
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SAG-AFTRA, the labor union representing thousands of entertainment professionals, said Saturday it was backing the Writers Guild of America (WGA) as the latter continues to negotiate with major Hollywood studios in an effort to avoid a strike.

In a statement, SAG-AFTRA, which represents 160,000 industry workers like actors, producers, and managers, said it "stands strongly in support and solidarity with the members of the Writers Guild of America who are engaged in contract negotiations with the [Hollywood studios]." The union added that it is "long past time for the studios, streamers, and other employers in the entertainment industry to remove roadblocks to fair and equitable wages and working conditions."

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Justin Klawans, The Week US

 Justin Klawans has worked as a staff writer at The Week since 2022. He began his career covering local news before joining Newsweek as a breaking news reporter, where he wrote about politics, national and global affairs, business, crime, sports, film, television and other Hollywood news. Justin has also freelanced for outlets including Collider and United Press International.