Dancing With the Stars’ premiere date has been confirmed for Tuesday, Sept. 26, and will be simulcast live on Disney+. Despite initial concerns and picketing from the WGA, the show will go on as planned. One cast member, Matt Walsh, had initially paused his participation due to the ongoing WGA strike but has now decided to return to the show. While the WGA has reached a tentative agreement to end the strike, SAG-AFTRA is still on strike. However, SAG-AFTRA supports the cast members of “Dancing With the Stars” and states that they are not violating union rules.
Dancing With the Stars’ Premiere Date Set After WGA Deal
After facing backlash and picketing from the WGA, “Dancing With the Stars” has confirmed its premiere date for Tuesday, Sept. 26. The show will also be simulcast live on Disney+. Despite initial concerns and the pause in participation by “Veep” actor Matt Walsh, he has now decided to return to the show. While the WGA has reached a tentative agreement to end the strike, SAG-AFTRA is still on strike. However, SAG-AFTRA supports the cast members of “Dancing With the Stars” and states that they are not violating union rules.
Cast Member Matt Walsh Returns to “Dancing With the Stars”
Amid the ongoing WGA strike, “Veep” actor Matt Walsh initially announced a pause in his participation in “Dancing With the Stars.” However, with the hopeful resolution and vote with the WGA, Walsh will now be back on the dance floor. The WGA has reached a tentative agreement to end the strike, and SAG-AFTRA supports the cast members of “Dancing With the Stars” and states that they are not violating union rules. The show, although a reality show, is covered by the WGA because it employs one WGA member.
Support from SAG-AFTRA for “Dancing With the Stars” Cast Members
Despite the ongoing strike by SAG-AFTRA, the cast members of “Dancing With the Stars” have the support of the union. SAG-AFTRA states that the cast members are not violating union rules by participating in the show and that they are required to fulfill their contractual obligations. The hosts, judges, and professional dancers of the show are all members of SAG-AFTRA, and many of the celebrity cast members are also part of the union.
