Writers Strike
Maher’s decision follows an instance where he called WGA strike demands “kooky.” It also comes after Drew Barrymore announced her show would air despite the strike, too.
The return of Barrymore’s show amid the ongoing writers strike sparked backlash ― and in response, the National Book Foundation, which celebrates writers, rescinded her invitation.
The talk show host is facing significant criticism for the decision to return without her writers, who are WGA members currently on strike.
The comedian revealed the offer on “Strike Force Five,” a new podcast with his fellow late night hosts to help support workers during the writers strike.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
“Strike Force Five” will be a limited series hosted by Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers and John Oliver.
Denis Villeneuve’s "Dune" sequel had been set to open Nov. 3 but will instead land in theaters months later.
Since May, film and TV writers in the WGA have been waiting for Hollywood executives to return to the bargaining table and move toward a deal.
This is the first time the Primetime Emmys broadcast has been postponed in over two decades.
The show's new season will be significantly altered by studio executives' continued refusal to resolve the WGA strike.
The work stoppage is taking a toll on florists, caterers, costume suppliers and other small businesses that support the entertainment industry.