SAG-AFTRA is ordering members not to work on a cable show. Variety reports that the actors’ guild wants its members to steer clear of “Knife Fight,” a cooking competition show that airs on the Esquire Network.
The union alleges that producer Authentic Entertainment refuses to sign a collective bargaining agreement, the story reports.
“No member may accept work or appear as a guest on this series,” the union’s “no-contract, no-work” order says. “Violating this order may result in disciplinary action in accordance with the SAG-AFTRA Constitution.”
Authentic Entertainment did not respond to a request for comment, the story says.
“Knife Fight” is hosted by "Top Chef" winner Ilan Hall and features chefs competing with each other in an after-hours cooking bout. Drew Barrymore is an executive producer.
Isn’t Drew Barrymore a member of SAG-AFTRA? Seems like that is the answer to their problems. A quick meeting with a member who is exec producer.