Ariana Grande Forced To Halt Filming Of ‘Wicked’ Just Days Away From Completion Due To SAG-AFTRA Strike

Singer Ariana Grande’s filming of the fantasy adventure film ‘Wicked’ has been abruptly halted due to the ongoing strike by the Screen Actors Guild and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA). Despite being in the final stages of shooting Jon M. Chu’s adaptation of the popular musical, Grande, along with thousands of other actors, has been compelled to join the strike. The decision to strike follows unsuccessful negotiations with the union regarding residuals from streaming services and concerns about the use of artificial intelligence to replace actors.

SAG-AFTRA Strike: Long-Term Commitment

Fran Drescher, president of SAG-AFTRA, has emphasized the guild’s preparedness for a lengthy strike, highlighting the gravity of the situation. Discussions have even taken place to estimate the costs and implications if the strike were to last for six months. The actors’ guild views this strike as a necessary action to secure fair wages and protect the livelihoods of its members.

Support from Oppenheimer Cast and Director

The cast of the film ‘Oppenheimer,’ including prominent actors like Cillian Murphy, Florence Pugh, Matt Damon, Emily Blunt, and Rami Malek, left their London premiere early to participate in strike preparations. Director Christopher Nolan expressed his support for the strike during the premiere, explaining that the cast members were heading off to create picket signs. He emphasized the solidarity between guilds and their shared struggle for fair wages.

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