Willie Earl Jr., known widely for starring in Wendy’s commercials, reflected on the lowest and highest moments of the Hollywood strikes, saying it’s disappointing to see the AMPTP allow the strike to go on.
Wednesday was Day 100 of the writers’ strike and Day 27 of the actors’ strike. Both unions, along with many others, hit the picket lines again in protest of better pay and protections against artificial intelligence, among other sticking points. Among the dozens of strikers was Earl, who said he plans t0 continue hitting the picket lines at least twice a week.
“We’re going to get out here every day, and support each other and hopefully we get this wrapped up sooner than later,” said Earl, who was picketing for the first time after taking a summer vacation. “It’s crazy that we’re still in it.”
He reflected on the highs and lows of...
Wednesday was Day 100 of the writers’ strike and Day 27 of the actors’ strike. Both unions, along with many others, hit the picket lines again in protest of better pay and protections against artificial intelligence, among other sticking points. Among the dozens of strikers was Earl, who said he plans t0 continue hitting the picket lines at least twice a week.
“We’re going to get out here every day, and support each other and hopefully we get this wrapped up sooner than later,” said Earl, who was picketing for the first time after taking a summer vacation. “It’s crazy that we’re still in it.”
He reflected on the highs and lows of...
- 8/9/2023
- by Raquel "Rocky" Harris
- The Wrap
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