Hollywood writers have reached a tentative labour agreement with major studios, marking a significant development in the ongoing labour disputes in the entertainment industry. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) made the announcement, attributing the breakthrough to the unwavering unity of its members and the support from fellow unions during the 146-day strike.
This three-year contract, affecting the livelihoods of 11,500 film and television writers, must receive approval from the WGA members before implementation. Details of the agreement have not been disclosed.
While this development may bring some relief, it does not resolve the broader labor unrest in Hollywood. Actors, represented by SAGA-AFTRA, remain on strike, demanding better compensation, residual payments, and protection against AI utilization. Talks between the studios and actors have not yet resumed, leaving many crew members unemployed.
The potential end of the writers’ strike could pave the way for the return of popular television shows, such as “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” However, the entertainment industry remains in a state of uncertainty until a resolution is reached with the actors’ union.
