“Fran Drescher Calls Out Hollywood Studios in a Fiery Viral Rant”

Fran Drescher Delivers Fiery Speech Against Hollywood Studios as Actors Strike

US Actors’ Strike 2023

Fran Drescher’s Passionate Speech Goes Viral

Fran Drescher, known for her role in the hit sitcom “The Nanny,” has delivered a fiery speech against Hollywood studios after talks between the actors’ union and the studios failed to avert a strike. Drescher, who is also the president of the Sag-Aftra union, has gained praise for her passionate words, which have gone viral. The strike is expected to halt the majority of US film and TV production, as performers join writers in this collective action.

Actors Being Marginalized and Disrespected

In her widely circulated speech, Drescher criticized Hollywood studios for their treatment of actors. She labeled their claims of losing money while giving large sums to CEOs as “disgusting.” Drescher highlighted the changing business model of the industry, which has been shaped by streaming and artificial intelligence. She argued that actors are being marginalized, disrespected, and dishonored by this new model, revealing a sentiment shared across various labor fields.

The Influence of Wall Street and Greed

Drescher emphasized the importance of the issue, stating that the treatment of actors by Hollywood studios reflects a broader trend of prioritizing Wall Street and greed over the essential contributors who make the industry thrive. She expressed shock at the way the studios are treating actors and condemned their pleas of poverty while generously compensating their CEOs. Drescher concluded her speech by firmly stating that the studios stand on the wrong side of history.

Sag-Aftra Members Join Writers Guild of America in Strike

As a result of the failed negotiations, 160,000 members of the Sag-Aftra union, including big stars and background actors, have decided to join forces with the Writers Guild of America in a strike. This joint action marks the largest shutdown of Hollywood since both unions went on strike together in 1960. The unions are fighting for improved terms with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, which represents major studios and streamers such as Amazon, Apple, Disney, NBCUniversal, Netflix, Paramount, Sony, and Warner Bros Discovery.

Drescher’s Anti-Capitalist Stance

Fran Drescher, who became the president of Sag-Aftra in 2021, has long expressed her concerns about corporate greed. She has been vocal about her anti-capitalist views, frequently sharing slogans condemning capitalist greed on social media. Drescher believes that capitalism has become synonymous with the ruling class elite and argues that individuals should not support companies that prioritize profit over true values. Her speech on Thursday reflected these beliefs, as she shook her fists and spoke passionately about the industry’s need for respect towards its actors.

Support and Solidarity

Drescher’s speech has garnered support from various figures in the industry. Bette Midler took to Twitter to criticize tech companies and express her solidarity with the actors and writers, stating that devaluing and destroying the industry is not a sustainable business model. Cynthia Nixon also voiced her support for the strike, declaring that the studios have been reaping the benefits of their labor for far too long. Actress Jamie Lee Curtis shared an Instagram post encouraging others to join the cause.