Sean Astin leads new SAG-AFTRA era

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Sean Astin is the new president of SAG-AFTRA, the actors' union. He must deal with new issues like AI, streaming, and studio changes.

Actors had a long strike three years ago for better pay and rules. Now, they are starting new talks for another important contract.

Astin wanted a job where he could make a big difference for actors. He likes leading people during times of fear and uncertainty.

Sean Astin is famous from movies like \"The Goonies\" and \"Lord of the Rings.\" His mother was also president of the actors' union many years ago.

He wants better streaming pay for actors who work in many shows. The union will not give up what it won in the last contract talks.

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Who is the new president of SAG-AFTRA?

Sean Astin is the new president of SAG-AFTRA.

What issues does Sean Astin need to deal with?

He must deal with new issues like AI, streaming, and studio changes.

What does Sean Astin want for actors?

He wants better streaming pay for actors who work in many shows.

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