In a major development for Hollywood’s entertainment industry, the Writers Guild of America (WGA) has officially ratified a new three-year labor contract with major studios. This momentous decision comes after a five-month-long strike initiated by the union, which significantly disrupted film and television production in Hollywood.

On Monday, WGA members voted overwhelmingly in favor of the new agreement, with an impressive 99% of the members supporting the deal. The approved contract includes essential provisions such as pay raises, specific safeguards concerning the use of artificial intelligence, and various other benefits for the writers’ community.

The strike, which began on May 2, had forced numerous film and TV sets to shut down, causing significant delays in the production of shows scheduled for the fall broadcast season. However, negotiations between the WGA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, the group representing major studios like Walt Disney and Netflix, led to a tentative agreement. As a result, the writers were able to return to work on September 27.

Following the resolution of the strike, late-night talk shows like “Jimmy Kimmel Live” and “Real Time with Bill Maher” have already resumed airing new episodes. Additionally, the iconic comedy sketch show “Saturday Night Live” is set to make its return this weekend. Despite these positive developments, the entertainment industry still faces challenges, as actors have been on strike since July, leaving many film and TV productions in a state of uncertainty.