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Orianna Rosa Royle

UNBELIEVABLE: Striking actors are sharing their minuscule residual checks on social media - Caught on Camera

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Frustrated actors are exposing the stark reality of their paychecks on social media as the SAG-AFTRA strikes stretch on. Jana Schmieding, known for her role in FX's Reservation Dogs, recently disclosed earning a mere $.03 for unlimited worldwide streams on FX, Hulu, and Disney.

While streaming giants like Disney rake in billions in profit—$21.82 billion in Q2 2023 alone—actors reveal they can receive as little as $0 for their appearances in these blockbuster movies and TV series streamed online.

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