#MAGFAB: Adit Priscilla for Net-a-Porter Fall 2023 Fashion Dossier!
London-based, South Sudan-born, beloved-by-Chanel model Adit Priscilla layers up in key pieces for the coming cool weather hitting America’s East Coast tonight. The importance of layers allows fashionistas to go from 83° to 52° in style.
Helen Broadfoot, NET-A-PORTER’S deputy fashion director, chooses nostalgic,’80s style for the edit. “Pale blue-wash denim staples, boxy blazers with strong shoulder pads, vintage gold jewelry, and great accessories.”
Oversized tailoring except for 80s style leather bomber jackets like Adit’s from The Row. A bold coat is essential and it can be a trench coat. Better yet, Polish designer Magda Butrym’s black leather design, trimmed in crisp white shearling defines bold statement dressing.
Read the entire fall 2023 fashion dossier at Net-a-Porter. Samuel Bradley [IG] photographed Adit with art direction by Michael Kelly./ Hair by Lauraine Bailey, Anoushka Danielle; makeup by Rebecca Wordingham
#RHOA: Kim Zolciak Not Being Considered for 'RHOA' Return Amid Divorce From Kroy Biermann!
'Real Housewives' fans have been wondering if Kim Zolciak will make her return to the series as her divorce from Kroy Biermann heats up ... but we know she ain't even in the running.
Sources connected to 'RHOA' tell TMZ ... producers aren't considering her for a season 16 return, despite lots of speculation amid her messy public split.
We're told Kim isn't chatting with producers about coming back, either. Kim made a guest appearance on the show last season, but sources say that was a one-off.
We're told it's nothing personal toward Kim ... the show is looking to refresh the long-running series with new faces, and producers aren't looking at past housewives to fill the space.
London-based, South Sudan-born, beloved-by-Chanel model Adit Priscilla layers up in key pieces for the coming cool weather hitting America’s East Coast tonight. The importance of layers allows fashionistas to go from 83° to 52° in style.
Helen Broadfoot, NET-A-PORTER’S deputy fashion director, chooses nostalgic,’80s style for the edit. “Pale blue-wash denim staples, boxy blazers with strong shoulder pads, vintage gold jewelry, and great accessories.”
Oversized tailoring except for 80s style leather bomber jackets like Adit’s from The Row. A bold coat is essential and it can be a trench coat. Better yet, Polish designer Magda Butrym’s black leather design, trimmed in crisp white shearling defines bold statement dressing.
#RHOA: Kim Zolciak Not Being Considered for 'RHOA' Return Amid Divorce From Kroy Biermann!
'Real Housewives' fans have been wondering if Kim Zolciak will make her return to the series as her divorce from Kroy Biermann heats up ... but we know she ain't even in the running.
Sources connected to 'RHOA' tell TMZ ... producers aren't considering her for a season 16 return, despite lots of speculation amid her messy public split.
We're told Kim isn't chatting with producers about coming back, either. Kim made a guest appearance on the show last season, but sources say that was a one-off.
We're told it's nothing personal toward Kim ... the show is looking to refresh the long-running series with new faces, and producers aren't looking at past housewives to fill the space.
Kim certainly has a gripping storyline -- the divorce is filled with rancor, and their Georgia home is in pre-foreclosure yet again ... this after Kroy said he sold off his own belongings and claims they're "financially destitute, largely related to Kim's love for online gambling."
Kim's currently in Colombia filming MTV's "The Surreal Life" ... so viewers will eventually get their dose of Kim, just not on Bravo anytime soon.
#NewMusic from Leela James Releases New Album “Thought U Knew”
Leela James has just released her eighth studio album “Thought U Knew”.
The R&B Diva has perfected her sound through experience, love for good music, and is back with an album that has something for everybody. The nine song project features production by longtime collaborator Rex Rideout along with Camper, Amadeus, Cornelio Austin, and Jairus “JMo” Mozee.
The project is led by the first single “Right Back In It”. The song is a follow-up to her #1 smash from 2021 “Complicated”. The single just cracked the Top 10 on the Adult R&B Billboard Chart. She adds about the album:
“My music is my art and I’m always excited to share my craft with the world. “Thought U Knew” is a project that was therapeutic for me.”
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Leela James will kick off her “Thought U Knew” tour in the coming months.
#HipHopNews: Saucy Santana Responds After DJ Akademiks Drops His Location: "I Want To Meet You Outside"
“Akademiks, you keep talking about what the f**k Caresha said to you, but how she feel about you is how she feel about you. Me being her best friend, it don’t have nothing to f**king do with me,” Santana retorted via his Instagram Story on Sunday (Oct. 29) night. “In the hood, and in a lot of urban cultures, when you see boys that are acting feminine, that are being messy, that are being extra and doing f*g s**t, that’s what you address them as.”
The “Booty” hitmaker continued, “Even as me being a gay man, I don’t move like a f*g. And it’s a lot of other gay boys that are feminine or whatever, but everybody don’t move like f*gs. You move like a f*g.”
Akademiks responded during a subsequent livestream, where he shared his office address and told the rapper to pull up to it. He explained, “No botty man like motherf**king Saucy Santana can talk to me, n**ga. We spit in your face, n**ga. Me and you couldn’t even have a conversation. [You’re] a c**ksucker, n**ga. We don’t talk to n**gas like you. Boy, you need to get right with God, n**ga. Get right with yourself. Look in the mirror and figure out what the f**k going on with yourself.”
“If you really want to know where I’m at, n**ga, 888 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey,” the Youtuber shared. “You show up there with any type of disrespect, any type of botty man vibes and it’s going to be a f**kin’ movie.”
Under Hollywood Unlocked’s repost, Santana’s boyfriend Zell Swagg came to the Connecticut native’s defense. He commented, “Man, I’ll slap the dog s**t out of this n**ga.”
Santana also clapped back at Akademiks on his Instagram Story. The artist stated, “You see what type of nigga we dealing with right now? Pull up to your headquarters? N**gas is in the streets. I want to meet in the road… I’m starting to think maybe this is your aesthetic. You do the fake internet s**t, and you sit in a room full of cameras and then try to make a b**ch crash out.”
He added, “We want to meet you outside. I want to meet you outside. I don’t want to pull up to no motherfuckin’ headquarters, corporate a** n**ga… I want to see you outside. Let’s get active.”
Justin Bieber And Ariana Grande Mourn Death Of Drummer Aaron Spears In Heartfelt Tributes
learning of Aaron's sudden passing, the "One Less Lonely Girl" singer and the "No Tears Left to Cry" songstress remembered the late Grammy-nominated drummer in heartfelt tributes.
On Monday, October 30, Justin made use of Instagram Story to share his condolences. The 29-year-old singer uploaded a video of him and Aaron showing off their skills in playing drums. Over it, he wrote, "We lost a beautiful man and inspiration to all of us drummers. @aspears prayers for your family and loved ones." He concluded, "You will be remembered and celebrated."
Justin Bieber let out a clip documenting him and Aaron Spears via Instagram Story.
Giving a similar yet different take was Ariana who reposted one of Aaron's Instagram posts via Instagram Story on that same day. Along with it, she penned a lengthy message that read, "I can't wrap my head around this. We were all so incredibly lucky to know Aaron."
Ariana went on to gush, "The absolute brightest light of a human being. Always the kindest, always smiling. I am so honored and thankful that our paths crossed and to have spent so much very special time together. Thank you for your utter brilliance, for our laughs, and for your kindness always. I will miss your hugs." She further stated, "You are so, so loved and will be so very missed."
Channing Tatum Reportedly Engaged To Zoe Kravitz After She Flashes Her Ring
Speaking to PEOPLE on Monday, October 30, a number of sources spilled that the 43-year-old actor and the 34-year-old actress have been engaged recently. However, the sources did not offer any details of the exact date and place of their alleged engagement.
Two days prior, Zoe flashed what appeared to be an engagement ring when she made an appearance at a star-studded Halloween party with Channing. On Saturday, October 28, the couple attended the bash, which was hosted by reality TV star and model Kendall Jenner, at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles.
In pictures making their rounds online, Zoe could be seen wearing a silver band that came with a sparkling huge diamond on that finger as she and Channing arrived at the venue. The two were photographed holding each other's hands while showing off their Halloween costumes.
For the party, Channing and Zoe dressed up as characters in "Rosemary's Baby", a 1968 thriller movie created by Roman Polanksi. He opted to wear a long-sleeved blue jumpsuit, a white hat that came with a yellow tie, a pair of long red socks and white Vans slip-on shoes. He also added a bracelet and carried a brown bag.
In the meantime, the actress of "The Batman" donned a long-sleeved loose white dress, which was long enough to nearly cover her shoes, as well as a pair of matching sneeakers. She was carrying a knife in one of her hands to emphasize the character that she recreated.
Channing and Zoe were first romantically linked back in 2021. In summer that same year, it was reported that the two started dating. Around one year later, Zoe gave a rare insight into her relationship with Channing. Speaking to GQ magazine for a cover story published in November 2022, she showered him with praises for being "just a wonderful human."
"He makes me laugh and we both really love art and talking about art and the exploration of why we do what we do," Zoe went on to share. "We love to watch a film and break it down and talk about it and challenge each other."
Good Burger 2 Trailer: Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell are Replaced with Robots in Sequel
The full trailer for Good Burger 2 debuted Monday, showcasing the reunited costars as their characters Dexter and Ed for a sequel to 1997’s original fast-food themed comedy.
Dexter returns to work at Good Burger and is met with some of Ed’s classic antics. When the pair of best friends visit Good Burger’s corporate headquarters, they meet villainous executives (Jillian Bell and Lil Rel Howery) who plan to expand the company worldwide and fire the entire staff.
Instead of hiring new workers, the new Good Burger builds robots that look and talk like Dexter and Ed, paving the way for them to go on a mission to save their beloved restaurant.
According to a synopsis, “Dexter Reed is down on his luck after another one of his inventions fails. Ed welcomes Dex back to Good Burger with open arms and gives him his old job back.”
“With a new crew working at Good Burger, Dex devises a plan to get back on his feet but unfortunately puts the fate of Good Burger at risk once again.”
Good Burger stems from the popular sketch of the same name in the ’90s Nickelodeon series All That, in which Ed unintentionally terrorizes a variety of characters played by Thompson and others. The feature-length movie based on the sketch followed.
Kamaia Fairburn, Alex R. Hibbert, Fabrizio Guido, Elizabeth Hinkle, Emily Hinkler and Mindy and Anabel Graetz round out the film’s cast, in addition to cameos from Nicole Byer, Rob Gronkowski, Flula Borg, Mark Cuban and Matt Friend. Josh Server, Lori Beth Denberg and Carmen Electra also reprise their original roles from 1997’s Good Burger.
Thompson and Mitchell confirmed the long-awaited sequel was in the works during an appearance on on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in March. They were later spotted filming the movie in Los Angeles in May.
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So — everyone on set looked at Kel’s makeup and thought that was okay? Alright.
‘Good Burger 2’ debuts on Paramount+ Nov. 22.
Sean Paul Interview Cut Short During Earthquake in Jamaica
Sean Paul dropped a song titled "Earthquake" last year, and it turns out it might have been a bit of foreshadowing. The hit-making Jamaican artist was at home in the Caribbean island nation when a 5.4 magnitude earthquake struck on Oct. 30.
The "Temperature" singer was doing a live interview on Twitch with artist Tofu Jack and director of Vice Documentaries Dan Zabludovsky when the quake struck. The epicenter was near Hope Bay on the northern coast of the island and was just six miles below the earth's surface.
The room Paul was speaking from began to shake and he immediately realized what was happening. "Oh shit, we're having an earthquake," he said as he ran off screen. It's unclear if he lost his internet signal or if producers behind the scenes cut his stream in case viewers were about to be subjected to much more gruesome footage.
The earthquake destroyed a cement factory and knocked out power in some areas, according to The Associated Press. Wine bottles and food items fell off shelves in grocery stores and some buildings suffered minor damage, but no serious damage or casualties were reported.
"Damage has been minor, but nevertheless, we are taking all precautions," Prime Minister Andrew Holness said online. "I want to say to all Jamaicans, remain calm." He went on to warn citizens about the danger of aftershocks and implore them follow earthquake protocols.
Paul has yet to speak out on the incident captured on camera, but Vice News confirmed the "Get Busy" rapper is fine.
J. Prince reveals that Kanye West played songs from upcoming album during Saudi Arabia meetup
J. Prince took to social media to reveal that he met with Kanye West while visiting the Middle East. “Nice listening to some of the new album with the homies in Saudi Arabia. It’s hot,” the Houston mogul stated in the post’s description. “One of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been. Full of respect, structure, and peace.”
As previously reported, Ye and Ty Dolla $ign had been working on a new project during an extended stay in Italy. This Friday (Nov. 3), the duo will be hosting a “multi-stadium listening event” that will presumably serve as the music’s official debut.
The two apparently haven’t been creating alone. Last Wednesday (Oct. 25), Metro Boomin hinted at being involved in the LP’s production via his Instagram Stories. This month also saw Rick Ross making a public offer to become Ye and Ty Dolla’s distributor. “We’ve created amazing masterpieces in the past. The boss, Ricky Rozay, I’m interested in signing Kanye West,” the Maybach Music talent stated in a short video clip.
It’s been a couple of years since Ye liberated his 10th studio LP, Donda, a blend of hip hop and gospel that saw a wealth of contributions from JAY-Z, Playboi Carti, Fivio Foreign, The Weeknd, Travis Scott, Young Thug, and more. Despite only having five days worth of sales tracking, the album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and has since been certified platinum in the United States. A deluxe version of Donda arrived months after its initial release.
Since then, the Chicago talent provided buyers of his stem player with a demo album, Donda 2, which boasted singles like “City of Gods” and “Eazy.” He also appeared on songs like Pusha T’s “Dreamin Of The Past,” Future’s “KEEP IT BURNIN,” Vory’s “Daylight,” Cardi B’s “Hot S**t,” and DJ Khaled’s “USE THIS GOSPEL.”
‘Good Burger 2’ debuts on Paramount+ Nov. 22.
Sean Paul Interview Cut Short During Earthquake in Jamaica
The "Temperature" singer was doing a live interview on Twitch with artist Tofu Jack and director of Vice Documentaries Dan Zabludovsky when the quake struck. The epicenter was near Hope Bay on the northern coast of the island and was just six miles below the earth's surface.
The room Paul was speaking from began to shake and he immediately realized what was happening. "Oh shit, we're having an earthquake," he said as he ran off screen. It's unclear if he lost his internet signal or if producers behind the scenes cut his stream in case viewers were about to be subjected to much more gruesome footage.
The earthquake destroyed a cement factory and knocked out power in some areas, according to The Associated Press. Wine bottles and food items fell off shelves in grocery stores and some buildings suffered minor damage, but no serious damage or casualties were reported.
"Damage has been minor, but nevertheless, we are taking all precautions," Prime Minister Andrew Holness said online. "I want to say to all Jamaicans, remain calm." He went on to warn citizens about the danger of aftershocks and implore them follow earthquake protocols.
Paul has yet to speak out on the incident captured on camera, but Vice News confirmed the "Get Busy" rapper is fine.
J. Prince reveals that Kanye West played songs from upcoming album during Saudi Arabia meetup
J. Prince took to social media to reveal that he met with Kanye West while visiting the Middle East. “Nice listening to some of the new album with the homies in Saudi Arabia. It’s hot,” the Houston mogul stated in the post’s description. “One of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been. Full of respect, structure, and peace.”
As previously reported, Ye and Ty Dolla $ign had been working on a new project during an extended stay in Italy. This Friday (Nov. 3), the duo will be hosting a “multi-stadium listening event” that will presumably serve as the music’s official debut.
The two apparently haven’t been creating alone. Last Wednesday (Oct. 25), Metro Boomin hinted at being involved in the LP’s production via his Instagram Stories. This month also saw Rick Ross making a public offer to become Ye and Ty Dolla’s distributor. “We’ve created amazing masterpieces in the past. The boss, Ricky Rozay, I’m interested in signing Kanye West,” the Maybach Music talent stated in a short video clip.
It’s been a couple of years since Ye liberated his 10th studio LP, Donda, a blend of hip hop and gospel that saw a wealth of contributions from JAY-Z, Playboi Carti, Fivio Foreign, The Weeknd, Travis Scott, Young Thug, and more. Despite only having five days worth of sales tracking, the album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and has since been certified platinum in the United States. A deluxe version of Donda arrived months after its initial release.
Since then, the Chicago talent provided buyers of his stem player with a demo album, Donda 2, which boasted singles like “City of Gods” and “Eazy.” He also appeared on songs like Pusha T’s “Dreamin Of The Past,” Future’s “KEEP IT BURNIN,” Vory’s “Daylight,” Cardi B’s “Hot S**t,” and DJ Khaled’s “USE THIS GOSPEL.”
Jermaine Dupri and Janet Jackson Spark Relationship Rumors Yet Again Following Atlanta Linkup with Lovebirds Nelly and Ashanti
Jackson was among the headliners of the One Music Festival on Oct. 29, where she reconnected with her old flame. The singer and megaproducer dated for about seven years beginning in 2002. In her “Janet Jackson” documentary on Lifetime, Dupri admitted that his unfaithfulness contributed to their breakup.
Following the festival, a live stream showed Dupri and the pop star at his So So Def studio with Nelly and Ashanti, who recently began dating again after a 10-year hiatus, and several others.
An X user expressed that the video of the confirmed couple with Dupri and the “Together Again” singer had a certain “Spin the block double dates….” vibe.
“Everybody want that ol thang,” wrote another person, as a third suggested that “Janet is a businesswoman, that’s all it’s been. JD probably thought it was something more. She’s a hustler, and I’m not mad!”
The speculation of Dupri and his most notable ex circling back to each other has been an ongoing topic among fans whenever the two are spotted together.
Hopeful fans thought that his presence at Jackson’s 56th birthday bash last year was proof that they were indeed dating. He, however, would later debunk those claims.
The nostalgia of early 2000s romantic connections was enough for another fan to comment, “I was waiting on the camera to pan to Chilli & Usher.” TLC’s Chilli and R&B singer Usher dated for three years before breaking up for good in 2004.
In June, the TLC songstress revealed that she and the crooner were quietly off and on again in between relationships with other people post-split. Chilli claimed she cut off communication with him for good in 2019.
As fans may recall, Usher went on to marry his stylist, Tameka Foster, in 2007. They welcomed two sons, Usher V, and Naviyd Ely, before divorcing in 2009.
He would then secretly wed his manager, Grace Miguel, in 2015. They were together for two years as husband and wife when they announced their separation in March 2018. They divorced soon after. He is currently in a relationship with record executive Jennifer “Jenn” Goicoechea. They have two children: daughter Sovereign Bo and son Sire Castrello.
Like Usher, Jackson also found love again after her publicized breakup. She married Qatari businessman Wissam Al Mana in 2012.
The couple welcomed a son in 2017, but split three months after his birth. Their contentious divorce battle included a custody fight and claims that Mana ostracized her from her family.
Dupri has never married, but has two daughters from past relationships.
Nate Dogg’s Family Locked in Heated Battle For 12 Years Over the Late Artist’s Estate as Ex-Girlfriend Seeks Child Support
Shereda Williams, the former girlfriend of the late rapper Nate Dogg, who died 12 years ago, is reportedly seeking child support for their 17-year-old son, Jayden.
Williams is pressing the Los Angeles Superior Court to enforce a child support order dating back to 2006, which required Nate Dogg to pay her $4,358 per month, RadarOnline reported.
In 2013, Williams claimed that the court had sanctioned her monthly payment of $3,000. However, she subsequently identified an error in the court order, placing her rightful payments at risk. Williams has petitioned the court to instruct Nate Dogg’s estate to provide her with the support she is owed.
Financial conflicts have persistently plagued Nate Dogg’s family.
Nate Dogg, whose real name was Nathaniel Dwayne Hale, passed away on March 15, 2011, without a will and with an estimated net worth of $1.5 million. His death was attributed to multiple strokes and congestive heart failure complications. He had experienced strokes in both 2007 and 2008 prior to his passing, The New York Times reported.
Nate Dogg’s surviving wife, LaToya Calvin, was in the run to be nominated administrator of his estate, seeking responsibility for managing the rapper’s finances and determining the respective shares for his six surviving children, four daughters and two sons, which has caused some discontent among them, TMZ reported. It is unclear if Calvin was the mother of any of the six kids— Debra, Whitney, Niajel, Milana, Aundrane, and Nathaniel Jr.
In addition to Calvin’s filing for her 2012 order, the rapper’s mother, Ruth Holmes, was also designated as co-administrator.
Nevertheless, the two women have withdrawn their requests following backlash from Nate Dogg’s children, who unanimously favored attorney Alex Borden as the preferred nominee.
Robert De Niro Takes the Stand in Gender Discrimination Case Against Him
Robert De Niro is taking the stand as the first witness in the trial on gender discrimination and retaliation charges against him and his loan-out company, Canal Productions.
The 80-year-old two-time Oscar-winner was spotted arriving at federal court on Monday (October 30) in New York City.
Robert sued Canal’s former VP of production and finance Graham Chase Robinson in August 2019, claiming that she stole millions of frequent-flyer miles and binge-watched Netflix while on the clock.
In July 2021, Graham counter-sued for $12 million, alleging verbal harassment and gender discrimination against Robert.
The countersuit claims that Robert underpaid Graham based on her gender and made “vulgar, inappropriate and gendered comments” to her, according to THR.
Furthermore, Graham alleges that the Taxi Driver actor asked her to perform gendered tasks such as mending clothing and doing laundry.
“[Robert] does not accept the idea that men should treat women as equals. He does not care that gender discrimination in the workplace violates the law. Ms. Robinson is a casualty of this attitude,” the complaint states.
When Robert took the stand on Monday, he pushed back on Graham‘s claims and said that her responsibilities had not changed when her title switched from assistant to VP of finance and production, per the outlet.
“The job is what it is,” Robert said. “The titles were not important.”
He also alleged that Graham was disrespectful to him, citing a disagreement the two had over moving paintings in Robert‘s townhouse.
“I wanted everybody to be happy and play nice,” he said. “Unfortunately that didn’t happen.”
Sha’Carri Richardson Nominated for Women’s World Athlete of the Year Award and Gets Track Named After Her
The World Athletes of the Year nominees were released, and the nominations reflect some of the standout performances achieved at the World Athletics Championships Budapest 23, one-day meeting circuits, Label road races, and other events around the world, per the organization’s website.
Richardson is being recognized for her standout performance at the World Athletic Championships, with gold in the 100 meter and bronze in the 200 meter.
Other nominees for the Women’s World Athlete of the Year Award include Shericka Jackson, Tigist Assefa, Femke Bol, Faith Kipyegon, Haruka Kitaguchi, Yaroslava Mahuchikh, Maria Perez, Gudaf Tsegay, Yulimar Rojas, and Winfred Yavi.
The winner will be announced on December 11th.
In related news, a track in the Dallas school district has been named after Richardson.
The track is located one mile south of Carter High School, which she attended, NBC Sports reports.
The Dallas Independent School District board voted earlier this month to name the track at the Jesse Owens Athletic Complex’s John Kincaide Stadium as Sha’Carri Richardson Track.
“This means so much if you from the city, you know the stadium is rooted in memories,” Richardson posted on social media. “I’m literally speechless.”
According to the district website, naming the track after the athlete serves “as a tribute to Richardson’s remarkable achievements in sports and significant ties to the Dallas community.”
Hollywood Actors and Major Studios Make Progress in Talks, Signaling Possible Deal on Horizon to End Strike
According to CNN It appears the Hollywood actors’ strike is approaching its final scene.
SAG-AFTRA, the union that represents more than 150,000 Hollywood actors, and the AMPTP, the trade group that represents the major studios, have made significant progress in negotiating sessions in recent days, arriving at tentative understandings on key components of a potential deal, according to people familiar with the matter.
That progress has led to hopes that an agreement could be reached as early as this week or next week, the people said. Duncan Crabtree-Ireland, SAG-AFTRA’s chief negotiator, told Variety on Monday from the picket lines, “There has been progress, and that’s the source of my continued cautious optimism.”
While talks continue between the two sides to end the strike that has shuttered production for more than 100 days and pushed back film and television schedules, people familiar with the matter cautioned that there are still contentious matters that remain unresolved.
One such issue, the use of artificial intelligence, has proved to be a sticking point between writers and studios and requires careful examination. Ultimately, erecting guardrails around the emerging technology that the actors have decried as an “existential threat” to their livelihoods has been one of the final items on the agenda during negotiations.
There does, however, appear to be some momentum toward a deal, which could help the two parties solve for such issues. As with the writers’ strike that ended earlier this month after a 148-day standoff, the four big studio chiefs — Disney’s Bob Iger, Warner Bros. Discovery’s David Zaslav, Netflix’s Ted Sarandos, and NBC Universal’s Donna Langley — have been directly involved in negotiations.
SAG-AFTRA told its members early Monday that over the weekend it had “discussed all open proposals,” including A.I., with the studios. The union added that both parties would work independently on Monday before resuming talks together at the Sherman Oaks negotiating table.
A deal can’t come soon enough for both sides. The studios need to resume production if there is any hope that the winter half of the television season can be salvaged. And thousands of actors are in increasingly dire need of a paycheck. If production is not resumed soon, those shortened television seasons will be scrapped, meaning sets will remain empty until next year, regardless of whether a deal is reached in November or December. That would mean actors, crews, and much of the Hollywood industry would have to endure the holiday season out of work.
“I definitely feel that pressure — it’s why I feel such a sense of urgency to get things done,” Crabtree-Ireland told Variety. “That’s why we worked all weekend long, and we’re not taking any time off from trying to push this process forward.”
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