Nov 09, 2024
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Disneyland Performers Seek Unionization with Actors' Equity Association

Performers at Disneyland, who bring iconic characters like Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy to life, are making moves to join the Actors' Equity Association, a prominent labor union that represents live theatrical performers. This push towards unionization aims to secure better pay, benefits, and working conditions for those who... Read More »

Russell Simmons smiling at a public event, wearing a baseball cap and suit.
Russell Simmons Accused of Rape by Former Def Jam Exec

Russell Simmons, a notable figure in the rap and hip-hop music scene of the 1990s, is currently facing a federal lawsuit accusing him of rape with the allegations brought forth by a former executive at Def Jam Recordings, the influential label he co-founded with producer Rick Rubin. The plaintiff, known... Read More »