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Brooke Shields Elected President of Actors' Equity Association

Shields aims to leverage her star power and Broadway experience to enhance union's profile and advocacy.

Overview

  • Brooke Shields won the presidency in a three-way race against Erin Maureen Koster and Wydetta Carter.
  • She succeeds Kate Shindle, who served as president since 2015 and chose not to seek re-election.
  • Shields has committed to using her influence to advocate for arts funding and increase the value of union membership.
  • Other key officers elected include Rashaan James II as Eastern Regional VP and Sarah LaBarr as Central Regional VP.
  • Shields' term and those of other newly elected officers begin immediately and will last for four years.