WGA Members Overwhelmingly Ratify New 3-Year Deal With Studios

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This Morning presenter Rochelle Humes has introduced her brand new book The Mega Magic Teacher Swap and it’s the perfect read for the little ones. Pregnant Rochelle, 31, who is mum to daughters Alaia-Mai, seven, and Valentina, three, took to Instagram to introduce her latest children’s book, which follows her bestselling debut book The Mega Magic Hair Swap.

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Dave McNary Film ReporterSAG-AFTRA has reached a tentative agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers on a three-year deal covering TV animation.The deal, announced on Monday, covers animated programs produced for television, including network TV, basic cable and streaming platforms.The new three-year agreement, which will need to be approved by the SAG-AFTRA executive committee, will apply retroactively to July 1 and extend through June 30, 2023.

Erik Pedersen Managing EditorSAG-AFTRA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers have struck a tentative deal for new three-year animation contracts.

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David Robb Labor EditorEXCLUSIVE: The WGA East will hold an online forum on August 11 to advocate for the inclusion of more people of color as voices on mainstream news programs and nonfiction shows.The members-only conversation will be moderated by Michael Harriot, senior writer at TheRoot.com, where he covers the intersection of race, politics and culture.

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After reaching a tentative agreement with Hollywood producers on July 1 amid the pandemic, Writers Guild of America members have now voted to approve the new three-year TV/theatrical deal. The ratification effort was passed with 4,068votes in favor and 87votes opposed, the guild said on Wednesday.

David Robb Labor EditorWGA members have voted overwhelmingly to ratify their new film and TV contract, voting 4,068 to 87 (98% to 2%) to approve the deal.Guild leaders say that gains in the new pact are valued at more than $200 million over three years, including a 46% increase in residuals from high-budget streaming shows, additional funding for the guild’s pension plan and parental leave.