The Latest Breaking News from SAGAFTRA

Directors union reaches tentative deal with Hollywood studios as writers strike

Agreement comes as writers remain on strike and actors are currently holding a strike authorization vote

The Guardian - US · Jun 4, 2023

Hollywood writers still going strong, a month after strike began

Members of the Writers Guild of America continue to strike against the major Hollywood studios, pushing for higher pay, more residuals and regulations on AI, among other things.

WEKU · Jun 2, 2023

Marvel’s Biggest Sequel Has Become Its Most Troubled Production

The writer’s strike has impacted a beloved superhero’s greatest weapon.

Inverse · May 30, 2023

Hollywood to drop COVID safety measures as federal emergency declaration ends

Key protocols used on film and TV sets to limit the spread of COVID-19 are set to end in May, the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) said in a statement Thursday.

Los Angeles Times · Mar 31, 2023

Studios, Unions Announce Expiration of COVID-19 Restrictions

COVID-19 Safety Agreement and its related protocols will expire on May 11, 2023

TV Tech · Mar 31, 2023

Tim Robbins backs Woody Harrelson’s call to end Covid protocols on set

Shawshank Redemption actor tweeted in support of a recent interview in which Harrelson called on-set Covid protocols ‘nonsense’

The Guardian - US · Mar 6, 2023

When are the SAG Awards 2025? Full nominations list announced

Nominees were revealed in a statement following the cancellation of the live announcement due to wildfires in Los Angeles

Evening Standard · Feb 22, 2023

Alec Baldwin faces charges – but what about firms involved in Rust shooting?

Actors’ union say it was ‘not a failure of duty’ on performer’s part, but film’s production company is unlikely to face criminal charges

The Guardian - US · Jan 23, 2023

Why actors are worried about pending criminal charges against Alec Baldwin for the ‘Rust’ shooting

The decision to charge Alec Baldwin with involuntary manslaughter is stirring deep anxiety and debate among his peers .

Los Angeles Times · Jan 22, 2023

Sally Field to receive SAG lifetime achievement award

Sally Field is adding another illustrious honor to her resume.

Tribune News Service · Jan 18, 2023