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HOLLYWOOD on strike!

Actors have joined screenwriters in walking off the job, a historic move that has Hollywood grinding to an immediate halt. On July 14, members of the Screen Actors Guild and American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) stopped work, joining members of the Writers Guild of America who have been protesting since May 2 – in the biggest tandem strike in over 60 years.

Here, WHO breaks down why the walkout happened, who is involved and what it means for the future of entertainment and all your favourite TV shows.

HOW DID IT START?

The decision to strike came hours after contract negotiations with companies

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