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Hollywood’s top stars, including Breaking Bad’s Bryan Cranston, Academy-Award winners Jessica Chastain, Brendan Fraser, and F Murray Abraham, as well as Christian Slater and others, came together in Times Square to show their support for the ongoing US actors’ strike organized by the Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (Sag-Aftra).
A Star-Studded Rally: The “Rock The City For A Fair Contract” rally witnessed an impressive gathering of actors, including Vanessa Williams, Matt Bomer, Michael Shannon, and many more, all rallying behind the strike.
Bryan Cranston’s Message to Disney: Cranston, a six-time Emmy award winner, took to the stage as the final speaker, directing his message to Disney’s chief executive, Robert Iger.
He emphasized that negotiations were not unreasonable and urged Disney to understand the importance of job security, fair wages, and preserving the dignity of the actors.
Cranston’s powerful words resonated with the crowd, declaring their determination to win this fight as a united union.
Sag-Aftra’s Stance and Changing Industry: With around 160,000 actors represented by Sag-Aftra, the failure to reach new contracts with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) led to the strike, joining the striking members of the Writers Guild of America (WGA).
Cranston highlighted the need for recognizing the changing landscape of the industry and adapting to the current economic realities rather than clinging to outdated models.
Other Celebrity Voices: During the rally, F Murray Abraham stressed the significance of unions for maintaining the middle-class and democracy in America.
Wendell Pierce, known for his role as Meghan Markle’s on-screen father, voiced his conviction that actors were on the right side of history when they united.
Steve Buscemi, a Golden Globe winner, urged AMPTP to address essential issues such as revenue sharing, health care, and fair conversations.
International Solidarity: The strike’s impact extended beyond the US, with British actors joining in solidarity with Sag-Aftra.
Succession’s Brian Cox and Andy Serkis, known for his portrayal of Gollum in Lord of the Rings, protested in London alongside other renowned actors, emphasizing the global impact of the actors’ strike.
Conclusion: As Hollywood’s biggest names stand united in support of the US actors’ strike, the rallying cries for fair contracts, respect, and unity echo throughout the entertainment industry.
The strike represents a pivotal moment as actors demand essential rights and protections, reminding the world that their collective strength and determination cannot be defeated.
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