Hollywood actors go on strike, citing "existential threat" to profession
More than 65,000 actors were joining writers on the picket lines after negotiations with movie studios hit an impasse.
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Fran Drescher speaks on actors' strike
Hollywood actors formally went on strike after negotiations between their union and motion picture studios collapsed, a serious blow for the entertainment industry that could cripple film and TV productions across the U.S. "You share the wealth, because you cannot exist without us," SAG-AFTRA president and actor Fran Drescher said at a news conference.
SAG-AFTRA announces actors strike
Members of SAG-AFTRA will go on strike at the end of the day Thursday after the unions were unable to agree on a new labor deal with Hollywood studios. SAG-AFTRA chief negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Ireland and SAG-AFTRA president Fran Drescher spoke at a news conference about the impending strike. And Sharon Waxman, editor-in-chief of TheWrap, joined CBS News with analysis
Actor: "We can no longer make a living"
Mehdi Barakchian, who describes himself as a "middle-class actor," has been in hit TV shows like "Manifest," "You," and "The Last OG." He joined CBS News to talk about what he's experienced as his union prepares to strike for better compensation.
Pom Klementieff details how she prepared to play "Mission: Impossible" villain
Pom Klementieff plays Paris, who is pursuing Tom Cruise's Ethan Hunt in "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning."
Tiffany Chen reveals Bell's palsy diagnosis
In an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings," Tiffany Chen, the partner of renowned actor Robert De Niro, opened up about her struggle with Bell's palsy following the birth of their daughter, Gia Virginia Chen De Niro, in April. More of Gayle King's interview with Chen will air on "CBS Mornings" Friday, July 14.
Pom Klementieff on new "Mission: Impossible"
First on "CBS Mornings," actor Pom Klementieff shares what it's like to star in "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One," how she trained for the extraordinary stunts in the film and how she was inspired by a bird for her role as a mysterious ruthless accomplice.
Tiffany Chen, De Niro's partner, reveals Bell's palsy struggle
More of Gayle King's interview with Tiffany Chen will air on "CBS Mornings" Friday, July 14.
Actors likely to join writers on strike
Actors in SAG-AFTRA will vote on and likely approve a strike Thursday morning after labor talks broke down with Hollywood studios. The writers of the WGA have been on strike since May. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the latest.
Actors' union officials recommend strike after contracts expire
If they walk off the job, it would be the first time since 1960 they were on strike at the same time as Hollywood's writers.
"Succession," "Ted Lasso" lead Emmy noms
Nominations for the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards were unveiled Wednesday. "Succession" hauled in the most nominations of any series, scoring 27 nods in total. "Ted Lasso" led the way for comedy shows with 21 nominations. "Entertainment Tonight" host Kevin Frazier joined CBS News to talk about the other shows up for awards.
SAG-AFTRA, studios turn to federal mediation
The Union representing Hollywood actors is meeting with federal mediators for a last-ditch effort at negotiating a contract with major studios. SAG-AFTRA's current contract is set to expire at midnight Pacific time Wednesday night. Union members have already given leadership the authority to call a strike if no agreement is reached. A strike would put them on the picket line with members of the Writers Guild of America, they've been on strike since May. Anousha Sakoui, an entertainment labor reporter for the Los Angeles Times, has more.
"Mission: Impossible" director talks new film
Extended Interview: Director Christopher McQuarrie tells "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil what went into planning and executing Tom Cruise’s thrilling motorcycle cliff jump for “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” and discusses his longtime collaboration with the Hollywood star.
See the full 2024 Emmy nominations list
Nominations for the 75th annual Emmy Awards include four HBO shows competing for outstanding drama. See the full list of nominees for the 2024 ceremony here.
Vanessa Kirby brings "The White Widow" to life in "Mission: Impossible"
The film hits theaters today.
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