Hollywood Writers Get a Standing Ovation at the 2024 Oscars

EXCERPT:

KIMMEL: “But the reason we were able to make a deal is because of the people who rallied beside us. So before we celebrate ourselves, let’s have a very well deserved round of applause for the people who work behind the scenes, the teamsters, the drug truck drivers, the lighting crew, sound, gaffers, grips —  
(Cheering and Applause)
That’s right. All the people who refused to cross the picket lines, there they are. If you are wearing sketchers to the Oscars, take a bow. Come on, guys, take a bow. Take a bow. You deserve it. Thank you for standing with us.
(Cheering and Applause)
And also, we want you to know that —
(Cheering and Applause)
— in your upcoming negotiations, we will stand with you, too. And also, I’m going to make sure the show goes really long tonight, so you get a ton of overtime.”