this week, picket lines were underway in New York and Los Angeles, and TV’s top writers had just declared themselves “more united than ever” with the WGA on strike. The guild released guidelines that prohibited public-facing, For Your Consideration–specific appearances—but press interviews remained on the table, at least in theory.
Events have always been a cornerstone of the FYC season, as hundreds of shows compete for the attention of voters.was one of the first, canceling his Netflix event tied to his stand-up special, and soon afternixed his showcase at the Apple TV+ FYC space.
Panels and other public appearances as a part of an FYC campaign are officially against the WGA rules. In the WGA’s official “,” in response to a question about attending festivals or FYC events, the WGA states, “You should let the company know you are prohibited from making these promotional appearances about your work until the strike concludes.”