Why celebrities are striking: The average pay for actors may surprise you

On Friday, SAG-AFTRA officially went on strike after failing to reach a deal with Hollywood’s biggest studios. Actors on strike are calling for increased pay and a rethinking of how residuals are paid out when shows are aired on streaming services.

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