Those are the ones who do suffer, no matter how we may make light of our viewing preferences. Many depend on this Industry. The big agents, etc. will not suffer and have battle pay. Tis, the little guy which the Unions always swear to protect. I applaud those that are secure enough in their own talents to keep their people working. These shows have actually been better. Rush said he watched Leno in support, as I did, and found it a much better show with more Leno material.
Plus, with so many channels on dish, you get to watch shows you missed. Award shows couldn't get any lower in ratings before the strike. Marathons of a shownow fill their night slot. Condensed, I like even more. Competition again lets failing shows with failing ratings know change is near, so the power players can always blame it on the strike for their house cleaning.
Reality and the non provisions for the 10-year old user friendly Internet(which was said to never last)has hurt this Industry.
“Hollyood” is essentially a blue collar, middleclass industry.
How terrible for those people. My heart goes out to them. Sounds like the writers and management can care less about your friend about to lose his business, not to mention the lighting crews, grips, etc. who are not working right now.