Actors poised to join writers on strike after talks collapse

Signage is on display prior to a press conference at SAG-AFTRA Plaza on Thursday, July 13, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

The union representing film and television actors says no deal has been reached with studios and streaming services and its leadership is voting on whether to strike on Thursday.

The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists said early Thursday that its decision on whether to join already striking screenwriters will be considered by leadership, with a press conference announcing their decision scheduled for noon Pacific.

If the actors do go on strike, it will be the first time since 1960 that the actors and writers guilds picket simultaneously.