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I’m not sure when this interview took place but I believe it was from Tuesday’s picket when many actor’s turned up to show their support.

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Tomorrow(Wednesday) William Petersen,
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Marg Helgenberger, Archie Kao, Marc Vann, Wallace Langham, Liz Vassey, David Berman and John Wellner will walk the WGA picket line. The CSI stars will join striking writers between 12-2 PM at Universal Gates 1, 2, & 3 which are off Lankershim Blvd.

Update: They actually walked the line today.  Sorry for the mix up

Last year CBS honcho Les Mooves cleared $28.6 million last year. WGA writers average about $5000 a year.

Here’s a full list of stars slated to march.

Army Wives – Kim Delaney, Brian McNamara, Sally Pressman, Drew Fuller, Wendy Davis, Sterling K. Brown, Brigid Brannagh
The Big Bang Theory – Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar, Jim Parsons
Big Love – Bill Paxton, Jeanne Tripplehorn
Brotherhood – Ethan Embry, Fionnula Flanagan, Kevin Chapman
Corey in the House – Rondell Sheridan, Madison Pettis, Lisa Arch, Maira Walsh
Cold Case – Thom Barry, John Finn, Tracie Thoms, Meredith Stiehm, Danny Pino
Desperate Housewives – Doug Savant, Nicollette Sheridan, Dana Delany, Tuc Watkins
Dexter – Keith Carradine, James Remar, C.S. Lee
Dirt – Ian Hart, Josh Stewart
Everybody Loves Raymond – Ray Romano
The Game – Tia Mowry, Pooch Hall
George Lopez Show – George Lopez, Constance Marie, Valente Rodriguez
Grey’s Anatomy – Katherine Heigl, T.R. Knight, Justin Chambers
Jericho – Ashley Scott, Bob Stephenson
Kyle XY – Jamie Alexander, April Matson, Chris Olivero, Bruce Thomas
Las Vegas – Vanessa Marcil
Mad Men – January Jones, Vincent Kartheiser, Rich Sommer
My Boys – James Kaler
New Adventures of Old Christine – Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Clark Gregg, Hamish Linklater, Alex Kapp Horner, Tricia O’Kelley
Numb3rs – Dylan Bruno, Diane Farr
Private Practice – Kate Walsh, KaDee Stickland, Amy Brenneman
The Riches – Minnie Driver
Rules of Engagement – Patrick Warburton, Megyn Price, Oliver Hudson, Bianca Kajlich
Til Death – Brad Garrett, Kat Foster
True Blood – Anna Paquin, Sam Trammell
Wildfire – Lori Loughlin
Without A Trace – Poppy Montgomery, Enrique Murciano
Women’s Murder Club – Scott Gemmill, Paula Newsome, Laura Harris
Other celebrities slated attend to support the WGA include: Ben Stiller, Lisa Kudrow, Frances Fisher, Camryn Manheim, Edie McClurg, Susan Savage, and more.

If you are in the area turn out and show your support.

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Fabulous CSI Producer/Writer David Rambo[pictured above] and other WGA members are inviting CSI fans to join the WGA picket line.

An announcement from David Rambo reads:

We’re inviting any CSI fans who live in, or can arrange to visit, the Los Angeles area to picket with us this Friday, November 16 from 10AM to 2PM. We will be at Universal Studios, Gate #2 on Lankershim Boulevard. Parking is limited, so we recommend carpooling or taking the Metro to the Universal stop. There are numerous gates at Universal, so anyone coming should be sure to come to Gate #2.

Thanks for the support,
David Rambo

I won’t be able attend but I’d be really appreciative for any video or pictures from the event.  You can also show your support by donating to CASA.

Thanks to Chadini for sharing the letter.

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Today a CSI:NY location shoot was targeted by the Writer’s Guild of America. Gary Sinise was shooting on an LA street(doubling as a New York street). As he arrived, Gary smiled at the picketers who chanted things like, “No justice, no peace” “We need you, Sinise” and “You da man Lieutenant Dan!” One guy had written out all of Gary’s Sinise’s “big speeches from his movies” and read them over and over again on a bullhorn. The Bullhorn Guy also tried to made him laugh by saying things like, “You’re not in New York!” and “The husband did it. Change the channel. The husband did it. Change the channel!” Gary apparently took it all in stride. I wonder what episode they were shooting.

Below you’ll find a video of the picket.

Source: Strikey McStrikerson

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First, I need to apologize. I actually had this information a couple of days ago but I’ve not been able to post it until now.

One of our faithful readers, Chadini(she rocks), and several other fans have been sending lunch to the writers on the picket line. She was lucky enough to receive an email from CSI producer/writer David Rambo about the much appreciated deliveries. They are actually overun with food and drink right now and would like fans to donate to CASA instead of continuing to provide lunch and beverages.

Here’s the letter:

What made the delivery extra special was that it arrived just as Jorja Fox started walking the line with us.[David Berman, William Petersen and Robert David Hall joined the line a few days earlier] We are all grateful, thank you –

Now, in all seriousness, I have to tell you that food and water are turning out to be in bountiful supply at our picketing spot. The generosity of fans, agents, production offices, and others is overwhelming. We talked about this phenomenon on the line today, and wanted to let you know that we’re more than well cared-for. In fact, we’re beginning to feel a little guilty that you and others have been so generous. What we’d really like most, if you do want to continue to show support for our strike, would be for the fans to make additional donations to CASA in honor of the striking writers. That way, our strike is helping others in far less fortunate circumstances in addition to protecting our writers’ rights. Would you mind sharing this request with any fansites you think would like to know?

By the way, there is an excellent short video that tells the story of the really simple issue at stake on YouTube. The address is:

The CSI fans are the greatest. All of us on the show — writers, producers, cast and crew — are grateful for your support at this challenging time.

Thank you very much,
David Rambo

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Marg Helgenberger showed her support yesterday for the Writer’s Guild of America(WGA) as she walked the picket line for a few hours. The Screen Actor’s Guild, Marg’s hubby Alan Rosenburg is the president, encouraged their members to support the writer’s strike.

Marg said she wasn’t surprised that the strike had been called.

“I had my doubts about things moving forward [after the weekend's negotiation],” Marg said. “Of course I held out hope, especially with all of that last-minute stuff with [former WGA President and ER exec producer] John Wells getting involved. It’s sad it has come to this. Nobody wanted this to happen. Nobody.”

Marg was glad she could lend support to her fellow artists. “It’s sort of fun. I’m glad to be standing alongside these people. If there was ever a time in history to stand up, this is it. This is where you draw the line in the sand.”

Writer’s are striking over profit sharing for new media.
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Jorja Fox attended the Frederick’s of Hollywood 2008 Spring Collection Fashion Show to Benefit Clothes Off Our Back on Wednesday.

The Clothes Off Our Back Foundation is a 501c3 organization that hosts charity auctions showcasing today’s hottest celebrity attire. Items are put up for bid to the public with proceeds going to benefit children’s charities. Clothes Off Our Back was founded by actors and philanthropists Jane Kaczmarek (”Malcolm In The Middle”) and Bradley Whitford (“The West Wing,” “Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip”) whose efforts, along with their celebrity and designer friends have helped improve the lives of children across the globe.

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Eric Szmanda and 25 other celebrities have “sent a letter to the United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon urging him to ‘personally intervene’ to secure the release of Aung San Suu Kyi, the world’s only imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize recipient. The letter was organized by the US Campaign for Burma[officially the Union of Myanmar] and Human Rights Action Center and led by Oscar-winning actress Anjelica Huston.”

This summer, Eric went on a humanitarian trip to the Thai-Burma border to learn more about conditions of Burmese refugees who have fled Burma’s military campaign against the Karen ethnic minority.

The letter reads:

Dear United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon,

We are writing to urge you to personally intervene to secure the release of the world’s only imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Aung San Suu Kyi. As you know, she has been held under house arrest in the Southeast Asian country of Burma for 12 of the past 17 years. On June 19th, she spent her 62nd birthday under house arrest.

Aung San Suu Kyi is not just a charismatic leader, she is the elected leader of the Burmese people. In Burma’s last election, she won 82% of the seats in parliament, yet the military regime cruelly locked her up along with many members of her party. Meanwhile, according to the United Nations expert on human rights in Burma, the ruling military regime has burned down or otherwise destroyed over 3,000 villages in eastern Burma, forcing over 1 million and a half people to flee their homes.

This courageous, brave woman whom many call “Burma’s Nelson Mandela” should be released and the military regime should end its attacks on civilians. We urge you to take action to secure her immediate release.

Sincerely,
(In Alphabetical Order)

Jennifer Aniston
Anne Archer
Kabir Bedi
Julie Benz
Jane Birkin
Jim Carrey
Jorja Fox
Kris Hahn
Jack Healey
Dustin Hoffman
Anjelica Huston
Eddie Izzard
Mimi Kennedy
Walter Koenig
Christine Lahti
Padma Lakshmi
Laura Linney
Jimmy Miller
Damien Rice
Christina Ricci
Susan Sarandon
Liev Schreiber
Jason Schwartzman
Eric Szmanda
Bonnie Timmerman
Robin Williams
Owen Wilson
Elijah Wood
Robin Wright

Eric has also joined Jorja Fox at events for animal lovers. I’m not sure if he’s a vegetarian or just interested in animal rights. Kudos to Eric for joining these worthy causes.

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Hill Harper continued to show his support for Barack Obama at the Friday’s BET Hip Hop Awards which was held in Atlanta.

On the BET red carpert.

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Jorja Fox attended the Sea Shepherd fundraiser “Breaking the Ice” Friday in Santa Monica. She even ran into Martin Sheen her castmate from West Wing days.

Established in 1977, Sea Shepherd Conservation Society (SSCS) is an international non-profit, marine wildlife conservation organization whose mission is to end the destruction of habitat and slaughter of wildlife in the world’s oceans in order to conserve and protect ecosystems and species.

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Now that they’ve saturated the California offices with letters and currency, Jorja Fox fans have set their sights on CBS’ New York offices. Fans are being to asked to send letters or copies of campaign flyers(click on flyers after the jump to print) to the following address. No currency will be included this time.

Nina Tassler or Les Moonves
51 W 52ND St Suite 35
New York, NY 10019-6119

After you’ve mailed your flyers(s), email oldatheart99[at]yahoo.com with the number sent and New York Campaign in the subject line.

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Jorja and Marg have joined the Gal to Gal Virtual Walk to improve the lives of those diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer. The Gal to Gal Virtual Walk was created by Jeanne Fitzmaurice, founder of Design-her-Gals(grooviest stationary ever!), in 2005 when she realized that most breast cancer money raised goes to research, prevention and treatment for earlier stages.

To join the walk you design an avatar for a $3 donation, dress yourself, add a personal story and then watch your virtual self walk from Boston to San Francisco against a changing landscape.  There are currently over 4,800 people walking the 31-city virtual route. Organizers hope that number reaches 1 million walkers.

If you sign up for the walk please send me the link or screenshot of your avatar. I’d love to feature our readers.  Click on the screenshots of Marg and Jorja to get a better look at their virtual selves.

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Emily dazzled on the red carpet at the Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation’s 12th Annual Grand Slam.  Turquoise really is her color.

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I’m not sure how I missed this BUT a bottle of wine signed by Miami’s Eva LaRue AND Emily Procter is currently up for auction to benefit:

America’s Second Harvest
American’s Second Harvest is a network of more than 200 member food banks and food-rescue organizations that operates in every one of the 50 states.

The Art of Elysium
The Art of Elysium encourages working actors, artists and musicians to voluntarily dedicate their time and talent to children who are battling serious medical conditions. They provide artistic workshops in acting, art, comedy, fashion, music, radio, songwriting and creative writing.

World Education
World Education works around the globe in environmental education, community development, maternal and child health, school governance, integrated literacy, small enterprise development, HIV/AIDS education and prevention and care, and refugee training.

General Autism Research
Autism impacts the normal development of the brain in the areas of social interaction, communication skills, and cognitive function. Individuals with autism typically have difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication, social interactions, and leisure or play activities. (To learn more about Austism visit 451’s Discussing Autism.)

The bottle of wine up for grabs is from Little Black Dress Wines. The listing doesn’t say what type of wine it is but the company produces Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay and Merlot. (I’m guessing it’s Merlot)

Hurry you’ve only got two days. The current price is $55. We can do better than that!

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The campaign to keep Jorja Fox on board has escalated to a mind blowing level. In less than a week’s time, Jorja Fox fans have banded together and hired a plane to fly a banner over the CSI offices at Universal City. Yesterday, at 10 a.m PST a banner with blue lettering and pink hearts which read “Keep Jorja Fox on CBS” graced a clear California sky.

Another flyover is set for Thursday at the same time. In addition to the flyover, fans have sent more than 3,200 letters from 37 countries, including Australia, the Netherlands and Japan. Many of letters contain dollars, or currency equivalent, to “help” CBS give Jorja a raise.

Jorja Fox has struck a passionate chord with women around the world. Mel, a mother two currently residing in Canada, sees Jorja as a role model for all women.

“Why am I Jorja Fox fan? The reason is simple. She doesn’t try to convert into society’s idea of beauty and perfection. And this in turn makes her more beautiful. She didn’t set out to be a role model and is humble about it.”

Aimee, a single mom from Missouri, shares a similar sentiment.

“I would really hate to see Sara leave the show. She is an intelligent, driven, successful, beautiful woman and an excellent role model for women. She proves that a woman can be strong and smart, yet still be feminine and desireable. Sara proves that it’s COOL to be a geek and it would a tragedy for the show and the fans to lose such a gifted actress”

Reports that Jorja is leaving the show permanently have not been confirmed by the network or Jorja.

Video and of the flyover after the jump.

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