Sean Astinbeloved The Lord of the Rings,, GOONIESAnd Rudyofficially entered one of Hollywood’s most powerful working roles. On September 12, Astin was elected president of Sag-Aftrasuccessful Fr DRANT At the head of the union of 160,000 members who represents the actors, the broadcasters and the recording of artists across the country. Astin’s election marks both a symbolic and practical change for the guild. He was part of “The Coalition”, a unit ticket which brought together members of the historically rival factions alongside unsuccessful votes. The result was a decisive victory Chuck SlavinA member of the Board of Directors of New England who led a dissident campaign contesting the influence of Hollywood within the Union.
“”Is now the moment of optimism and creativity“Said Astin in a statement after his victory.” I am delighted that the members allowed me to direct our legendary organization of this difficult moment and in the future defined by trust, progress and ferocious plea. “
From Hobbiton to Hollywood management
The election of Astin has a poignant element of the history of the family: the work was once held by its deceased mother, Patty Dukewhich was president of the Screen Actors Guild from 1985 to 1988. For Astin, this new role is the culmination of six years of deep involvement in Sag-Aftra policy, including a leading role in the negotiation committee during the strikes of the actors of 2023. ATIN succeeds Drescher, who became one of the determining faces of the union strike in 2023. During his four-year term. Drescher has aroused generalized praise for the reduction of divisions between the first factions of units for strength and membership, long in disagreement in union policy. “She entered and was not going to tolerate the old debates,” said Astin. “”My work is to extend this.“”
Union leaders also underlined the Drescher thrust for a new success bonus distribution fund, This will allow residues of successful streaming emissions to be shared more widely between stand-in-law, stuntmen and background actors. Details should be finalized in the coming weeks. In his farewell statement, Drescher described the “Puzzle Piece” fund of the 2023 and “a historic triumph”.
The AMTPP, which is located through the table of Sag-Aftra in 2026, published a declaration congratulating Astin: “We look forward to working with President Astin to solve the most important problems for Sag-Aftra Interpreters while promoting stability and opportunities in our industry. »»
