Hollywood guild leaders tout union solidarity

The protracted twin strikes by the WGA and SAG-AFTRA have disrupted film and TV productions nationwide and caused pain for entertainment businesses and crews that have lost work.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Entertainment September 5, 2023 On Labor Day, Hollywood guild leaders tout union solidarity In an email sent out Sunday, Jodi Long — president of the SAG-AFTRA's Los Angeles local — stressed solidarity with other unions pushing for improved pay and working conditions. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Robert Klane, screenwriter behind "Weekend at Bernie's," dies Robert Klane, who wrote "Weekend at Bernie's," has passed away, his son confirmed to The Times. The screenwriter was 81. SHARE       READ MORE 'Gum-gum' limbs and flying feet: How Netflix's 'One Piece' re-created four essential fight scenes The stunts and visual effects team behind the live-action series explain how they re-created fight scenes from the manga and anime using items like fake katanas and limbs on sticks. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Steve Harwell, 'All Star' singer for Smash Mouth, dies at 56 Steve Harwell fronted Smash Mouth, the alternative-rock band best known for its hits "All Star" and "I'm a Believer." SHARE       READ MORE President Biden, Paul McCartney, Bill Clinton pay tribute to Jimmy Buffett Jimmy Buffett's death at age 76 brought in tributes from entertainers and politicians alike, speaking to his broad appeal. SHARE       READ MORE Gary Wright, 'Dream Weaver' singer, dies at 80 Gary Wright, best known for the 1970s hits "Dream Weaver" and "Love Is Alive," died Monday morning at his home in Palos Verdes Estates. SHARE       READ MORE The 12 essential Jimmy Buffett songs Parrotheads know: Jimmy Buffett was not just a brand, he was a gifted singer-songwriter with a keen understanding of middle age and the American dream. SHARE       READ MORE ADVERTISEMENT Thank you for reading the Los Angeles Times Entertainment newsletter. Invite your friends, relatives, coworkers to sign up here. Not a subscriber? Get unlimited digital access to latimes.com. Subscribe here. Copyright © 2023, Los Angeles Times 2300 E. Imperial Highway, El Segundo, California, 90245 1-800-LA-TIMES | latimes.com *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in placing an ad or classified, get in touch here. We'd love your feedback on this newsletter. Please send your thoughts and suggestions here. You received this email because you signed up for newsletters from The Los Angeles Times. Manage marketing email preferences · Unsubscribe from this newsletter · Terms of service · Privacy policy · Do Not Sell My Personal Information · CA Notice of Collection FOLLOW US