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Caroline Young

Why Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Aniston And Other Major A-Listers Allegedly Aren't On The Picket Line Amid Actors Strike

Leonardo DiCaprio in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and Jennifer Aniston in The Morning Show side by side

The actors joined the writers on strike this month when SAG-AFTRA and Hollywood studios failed to reach a deal for their contract renewal. The strike means a nearly complete cease in production activities as well as promotional ventures by members of the guild. Many actors hit the picket lines, expressing their desire for better wages and supporting other issues like provisions on A.I. Though many notable faces have yet to grab signs, like Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Aniston. It now seems there may be a specific reason for that.

Considering Daniel Radcliffe was seen picketing and the Shameless cast reunited for the cause, it's fair to wonder why a number of heavy hitters aren't on the front line. Several alleged reasons for that have been swirling as of late. However, one SAG member says this is because their presence probably wouldn't be beneficial for the organization's efforts. The individual told Variety:

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