As the Writers' Strike Ends, Your Favorite Actors Keep Hitting the Picket Lines

The "Hrs & Hrs" singer-songwriter shared a powerful message at the 2023 BET Awards acknowledging the WGA's strike, telling audience members, "I must take a moment to acknowledge and stand in solidarity with the artists who make us laugh, cry, and most importantly, think — our Writers Guild of America family." Long continued, "Writers are, in many instances, the glue to the execution of artistry and storytelling. Our ability to extract emotion from performers, helping them to articulate their voices and vision to the world is irreplaceable. The protection of the writer is crucial. We simply must protect our intellectual property."