In a recent statement that has sparked controversy online, actor Stephen Amell, best known for his role on the hit TV show, “Arrow,” publicly expressed his distaste for the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike.
Amell believes that the strike, which has garnered a 97.91% approval rating among fellow performers, is a “reductive bargaining tactic” that may not be conducive to the long-term interests of the entertainment industry.
Read on to learn more.
Stephen Amell Calls Continued SAG-AFTRA Strike ‘Shortsighted’
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Stephen Amell’s perspective on the ongoing strike has sparked outrage and dissent because it is so different from over 97.91% of his cast mates, according to Daily Mail. During his recent appearance at GalaxyCon in Raleigh, North Carolina, the actor expressed concern that the strike may be narrow-minded.
“Yeah, so I think I’m sheltered in Hollywood, because that’s where I live, like all the stereotypes that exist,” Amell began. “I feel like a lot of people in this room are unaware of the strike.”
He continued, “I support my union, I support, and I support them, but I don’t support the strike, I don’t. I think it’s a reductive negotiation tactic, and I find it all very frustrating.”
‘Arrow’ actor Stephen Amell says he does not support WGA/SAG-AFTRA strike:
“I do not support the strike. I do not. I think it’s a reductive negotiation tactic, and I find it all very frustrating.” pic.twitter.com/rMTjxYXD8n
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“I think the thinking that goes into a show like the one I have (Heels), which aired last night, I think is short-sighted,” Amell concluded.
The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) represents more than 160,000 professionals in the entertainment industry, including actors, broadcasters and recording artists. The strike was called by the union amid a dispute over contract negotiations with major production studios, demanding better wages, better working conditions and greater job security for its members.
Fans Slam Stephen Amell Over His Views On SAG Strike
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Amell found himself at the center of a social media firestorm when several fans took to the comments section of his latest Instagram post to express their displeasure with his recent stance on the SAG-AFTRA strike.
“That’s how unreachable the king is,” one fan slammed Amell. “A man who has been at the helm of TV for years can now say he doesn’t support strikes so everyone who makes shows and films gets a fair wage. Your privileges are shown. Tools.”
“Your comments in Raleigh show your ignorance of the rich history of collective bargaining. Your comments play right into the studio’s hands,” said a second person.
Another wrote, “So you don’t support the strike? And I will not support any of your future projects. Goodbye.”
A disappointed fan said, “So you have scabies? That was very disappointing. Goodbye.”
A fifth person explained to Amell why the strike was such an important step saying, “A friendly reminder, the strike is more about the exploited cast/crew, less about the rich white guy. What is ‘myopic’ is not being able to see beyond your own privilege.”
“Leave SAG if you don’t support us,” wrote another.
Stephen Amell Thanks Fans For ‘Coming To See Him’
The “Code 8” actor took a moment to thank his fans for their unwavering support after coming out to see him at GalaxyCon in Raleigh, NC. Amell attended the event over the weekend, where he took the opportunity to connect with his loyal followers.
“Hi, good morning everyone. I just want to say thank you to everyone who came and saw me this weekend in Raleigh,” he said in a video shared on Instagram.
“I just had the best time, I must have met 5,000 people. If you wait in line because I know a lot of people wait in line for a long time, I want to thank you for that,” he added.
Stephen Amell Starring in ‘Heels’ Season 2
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follow Yahoo!, Amell shared his positive sentiments about his experience working with former WWE superstar AJ Lee on the set of “Heels” for season two. Amell, who stars in the hit wrestling drama series, described Lee’s presence as “awesome” and praised his contribution to the show.
Lee whose real name is AJ Mendez is a famous figure in the world of professional wrestling. During her time in WWE, she gained a large following and is widely regarded as one of the most talented and influential female wrestlers of her generation.
“Well, it’s nice to have him because Phil is always angry. [laughs] No, it’s nice to have AJ,” he said. “We’ve done a good job of diving into the wrestling pool with AJ, with Phil, Mick [Foley]. It was fun.”
He added, “Look, wrestlers want to be actors, and actors want to be wrestlers; it is a story as old as time. It’s nice when we ask them to come, and it’s nice that they acquit themselves well. The three guys I mentioned, they put in some really great performances.”
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