Overview
- Jack Haven recorded a video on Sunday saying they must earn $4,000 by the end of the month to meet Screen Actors Guild rules that would restore their union health insurance for January.
- In the clip Haven offered to work in nearly any role on a SAG production and provided an email for offers, asking followers and industry contacts to hire them for the shortfall.
- SAG eligibility requires members to reach a covered earnings threshold or a minimum number of credited work days, with typical annual earnings targets reported around $25,950 to $28,933.
- The video drew wide social media support and coverage from multiple outlets but there are no public reports that Haven has secured a qualifying job or changed their insurance status.
- Reporters place Haven’s plea in the wider 2026 industry picture of layoffs and reduced opportunities for some trans performers, a trend that can cut income and access to health care for freelance actors.