Writers Guild Ratifies New Deal, Boosts Pay & Health Coverage

0:00It's April 24th, from Hollywood to your headphones. This is Entertainment and Celebrity News today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story. Screenwriters just locked in a big win with Hollywood studios. The writer's guild of America ratified a four-year deal on Friday, with 90% approval from members. This came together smooth and fast, unlike the long strike last time around. The agreement boosts health coverage to keep it sustainable, amid rising costs, and industry shrinks. It also hikes minimum pay, especially for comedy and variety writers, plus better residuals when shows re-air. Union leaders like WGA West President Mikelle Moroni called it a solid step forward, building on 2023 strike gains. The alliance of motion picture and television producers praised the teamwork, saying it helps writers and keeps the industry stable long-term. Meanwhile, studios now pivot to talks with actors and directors. The director's guild kicks off negotiations on May 11th, and sack after seen positive

1:02partner vibes lately. Writers doze more drama after their own staff strike nixed awards in March, setting the stage for Hollywood to rebuild these labor ties stronger.