Stephen Amell quickly found himself knee-deep in trouble after he faced immense backlash on the controversial comment that he made on social media regarding the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes. The Arrow actor’s comments were neither taken positively by the fans nor by his co-stars. Following the negative reaction, Amell stated that his comment came from a place of privilege and he did not mean to offend anyone.
The strikes are still in very much effect, as Hollywood has come to a standstill, with many important projects being delayed. Throughout the summer, the writers and actors protesting the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers for better wages, among other aspects of their new contracts, have been picketing outside numerous Hollywood studios. Even though Stephen Amell had earlier stated that he does not support the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes, he has joined the cause.
Stephen Amell’s Initial Comments On The SAG-AFTRA Strike
Stephen Amell landed himself in grave jeopardy when a video of him at Galaxycon went viral this past week, where he supports the union but not the concept of the strike. The actor explained that looks at striking as “a reductive negotiating tactic, and I find the entire thing incredibly frustrating.” Negative comments started coming his way all over social media from fans and actors as they were surprised by his views about the strike.
After stating his controversial and anti-rhetoric, owning up to his words being “myopic” he spoke from an angle of financial security most actors lack. Amell reinstigated the fact, “My support for any guild strike is unconditional.” The actor thanked his Arrow co-stars for calling him out, as he was totally unaware of the problems being faced by other actors and writers. He vowed to amplify their voices in the future and looks like he kept his word, as Amell was on the frontline of the SAG-AFTRA strike.
Stephen Amell Joins The SAG-AFTRA Strike
Amell learned about the struggles about other actors and writers face, and for the past week, he was in hot waters because of his ignorant comments about the strike that has halted the work in the movie industry.
However, he has realized his mistake and has been a part of the strike, as pictures surfaced online. The Code 8 actor joined the cause the same day as his Arrow co-stars and crew in LA.
Stephen Amell pickets in NYC during the #SAGAFTRAStrike
(Deadline | 📷 John Nacion/Getty Images) pic.twitter.com/9vpCiZBXXj
— Geek Vibes Nation (@GeekVibesNation) August 11, 2023
Even though Amell tried to make up for his last week’s comments, fans soon went to Twitter giving negative and sarcastic reactions to the actor joining the cause.
This the same guy who like last week said the strike is disruptive and pointless?
— Andrew (@AndyD163_) August 11, 2023
Another user states how he is trying to make up for the controversial comments, he said last week.
He trying to make up for those comments
— Superman81 (@ManOfSteel37013) August 11, 2023
Another user stated that he is trying hard to not get canceled.
He sure doesn’t want to be cancelled.
— Mr. Bat-man 🇨🇦 (@KnightWing19) August 11, 2023
Another user stated that Amell’s PR team is working hard to fix his image.
Lmao his pr team was on it
— The Raf Cowl (@FvckUTiwttr) August 11, 2023
While Stephen Amell was misguided at first, he soon realized his mistake but decided to take the right step by joining the cause. Although people are not taking it positively because of his earlier comments, his presence ensures that is an ally to the cause.
Source: Twitter
