Hollywood Writers Approve New Studio Contract

Hollywood film and TV writers have ratified a new three-year contract with major entertainment studios, officially ending a bitter five-month labor dispute. Over 8,500 writers voted, with 99 percent in favor of the contract. The Writers Guild of America, representing over 11,000 screenwriters, celebrated the accomplishment. The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers also congratulated the union, emphasizing the importance of writers returning to work. The strike by actors continues, with negotiations ongoing between the studios and SAG-AFTRA. The strikes have had significant financial consequences for the industry, but there is optimism that a deal with the actors' union could be reached soon.