SAG-AFTRA Members’ Earnings Hit Record High In 2021; No Decision Yet On Disciplining Will Smith For Oscar Slap

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Despite the pandemic, SAG-AFTRA member’s earnings hit a record high in 2021, even when adjusted for inflation, the union said following its national board meeting on Saturday. The union’s mad…

against Will Smith for slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars, although a source says that a discussion was had about a change to the union’s disciplinary process so that if multiple members bring charges against someone, only one of those charges would be brought against the member, thus eliminating the need for multiple proceedings on the same issue.

Noting that the union celebrated the 10th anniversary of the merger of SAG and AFTRA on March 30, 2012, Drescher told the board that “We are moving in the direction of unity. I feel the energy and I’m proud to be your leader during this auspicious 10th anniversary. We’re going to set a new trajectory, and I only see positivity ahead.” She also reaffirmed her commitment to working with people throughout the industry to implement more environmentally friendly practices.

Fisher reported that the union’s $10 million Payroll Protection Plan loan had been forgiven, and the union is seeing an “unprecedented surge in new membership, representing confidence in the union and new income,” the union said. She also announced the formation of the Real Estate Investment Subcommittee, which will explore potential options for acquiring real estate in the Los Angeles area. This could lead to the union buying a new headquarters.

 

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