CHATTER AWAY: Overnight Open Thread

Broadway.com reports:

Golden Globe-winning actress Brooke Shields has been elected president of Actors’ Equity Association, the actor-stage manager union. Shields replaces Kate Shindle, president of AEA since 2015, who opted not to seek re-election.

Best known as a screen actress (The Blue Lagoon, Endless Love, Suddenly Susan), Shields’ Broadway credits include Chicago, Grease and Cabaret.

Founded in 1913, Actors’ Equity represents more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers, working to advance the careers of its members by negotiating wages, improving working conditions and providing a wide range of benefits.

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I am so honored and grateful to announce that I’m the elected president of @ActorsEquity! I promise to lead with strength & compassion, and I will stand up for you and command the respect that we deserve as an acting community. Now let’s get to work!! pic.twitter.com/uc6uEtvuKr

— Brooke Shields (@BrookeShields) May 24, 2024