Late-night TV shows go dark as writers strike for better pay

Late-night TV shows are going dark as writers strike for better pay. Some of the biggest names in American late-night, including Seth Meyers, Stephen Colbert, and Jimmy Kimmel, will no longer be on air due to the latest round of TV writers’ negotiations. The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has voted to authorize a strike if their demands for better pay and working conditions are not met by the major studios and networks. The WGA has accused the networks of underpaying writers, while the networks have argued that declining audiences and increased competition means they no longer have the same profit margins as they used to. The strike could have dramatic ramifications for the television industry if it drags on for an extended period of time, as it would mean an end to new television shows and a halt to production on established ones. This is the latest in a string of labor disputes within the entertainment industry, including one in 2007 that lasted 100 days and cost the industry an estimated $2 billion in lost revenue. Late-night TV shows are an important part of the cultural fabric of America, and they provide a platform for comedians and commentators to offer up their views on current events and the state of the country. The strike has the potential to impact not only the entertainment industry but also American culture as a whole.