SAG-AFTRA President Scrutinized for Lavish Promotional Event During Contract Talks
- Fran Drescher attended a Dolce & Gabbana fashion show in Italy during SAG-AFTRA's negotiations with studios.
- Drescher faced criticism for the timing and optics of the trip though SAG-AFTRA said it was related to her work as a brand ambassador.
- The event highlighted tensions between SAG-AFTRA and the WGA, on strike over similar issues.
- Drescher's ties to Kim Kardashian, involved in a show targeted by the WGA strike, increased scrutiny.
- Studios negotiating with SAG-AFTRA perceived Drescher's trip as tone deaf.