Actor Matt Walsh pauses participation in 'Dancing With the Stars' amid writer strike

Matt Walsh exited Dancing With the Stars rehearsals after learning the show was considered struck work by the Writers Guild of America.
SAG-AFTRA stated most performers on Dancing With the Stars had prior contractual obligations and were required to participate.
ABC is considering delaying the season 32 premiere of Dancing With the Stars due to the strike.
The majority of SAG-AFTRA members on Dancing With the Stars signed deals before the strike began.
Negotiations between the WGA and studios are ongoing over issues like pay, staffing, and AI script use.