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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.
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