The Oldie Writers Get Their Pay!

Who knew ageism was a crime in the entertainment industry???

A number of TV networks, production companies and talent agencies will be paying over a hundred over-the-hill TV writers a total settlement sum of $70 million due to age discrimination!

The suit was filed against all the big networks (ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC) and agencies (William Morris Endeavor, Gersh, UTA, CAA) by 165 television writers over the age of 40 who felt they were being discriminated against due to their older age.

The settlement $$$$$ is said to be going to attorney and legal fees, a fund to award grands to writers and “to study ways to supplement pensions and improve medical coverage.”

Good for them!

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