"Balancing Cosplay and Strike Support: SAG-AFTRA Chief Negotiator Provides Clarity"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IGN
The Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has clarified that fans can continue to cosplay characters from TV shows and films affected by the ongoing strikes, while also supporting the strikes. SAG-AFTRA's chief negotiator, Duncan Crabtree-Ireland, thanked fans for their support and explained that cosplayers can combine their love for cosplay with their support for the strike, sending a united message to the industry. The panel discussion at San Diego Comic-Con also addressed the use of AI in entertainment and the need for new legal frameworks to protect performers' rights. SAG-AFTRA recently voted to strike alongside the Writers Guild of America (WGA) over issues of pay, job security, and the encroachment of AI.