AFTRA, Networks Reach Deal
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Actors who perform in television programs such as soap operas, game shows, unscripted programs and variety shows have agreed to a new three-year contract with major TV networks and producers.
Representatives of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists released no details in announcing the settlement, which was reached late Friday night. The contract expired at midnight Thursday, but the two sides continued to negotiate until they reached an agreement.
The deal is expected to mirror a film and TV agreement AFTRA and the Screen Actors Guild negotiated in July with studios affecting prime-time shows.
Under that settlement, actors received additional money for shows on the Fox network and 3% raises in the first two years of a contract with a 3.5% bump in the third year.
The latest agreement also covers announcers, sports programs, talks shows and syndicated programs. Actors and performers working under the contract earned more than $400 million last year.
AFTRA’s board is expected to approve the deal within three weeks.
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