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Ari Emanuel Explains Why He Believes Blake Lively Instead of Justin Baldoni


Published on 2025-02-14 22:44:10 - Yahoo
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  • The Endeavor CEO on why he's "ride or die" for Lively and Ryan Reynolds in their legal battle with the 'It Ends With Us' director.

Ari Emanuel, CEO of Endeavor, discussed his perspective on the ongoing Hollywood strikes involving the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and the Screen Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA) during an interview at the Axios BFD event in New York. Emanuel expressed his belief that the strikes, which are centered around issues like compensation, residuals, and the use of AI in content creation, will likely conclude by early September. He highlighted the significant economic impact of the strikes, noting that they are costing the industry billions and causing widespread disruption. Emanuel also criticized the studios for not addressing the concerns of the writers and actors sooner, suggesting that the delay has exacerbated the situation. He emphasized the need for a resolution to prevent further damage to the industry, while also acknowledging the valid concerns of the striking workers regarding their future in an evolving media landscape.

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