Zachary Levi Clarifies Previous ‘Out Of Context’ Remarks Calling Strike Rules ‘Dumb’: ‘This Strike Is Necessary’

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Zachary Levi is clearing up a recent “offhand remark” he made over Hollywood strike restrictions that’s “being taken out of context.” “It’s come to my attention that an offhand remark I made in jest last weekend is being taken out of context,” Levi addressed his Comic Con Manchester appearance in a statement per Deadline. “So let me be very clear.

I fully support my union, the WGA, and the strike. I remain an outspoken critic of the exploitative system that us artists are subject to work in since I started my journey in this business 25 years ago.

This strike is necessary to protect ourselves, our writers, and all those working in production who make the industry move. READ MORE: Zachary Levi Doesn’t Blame Dwayne Johnson For Axed ‘Black Adam’ Cameo That Could Have Bolstered ‘Shazam 2’ Box Office “But we also cannot forget our fans during this strike,” Levi emphasized. “Fans that spend their money and energy traveling far distances to talk with us about our work that means so much to them, we should be able to engage.

Our business exists and succeeds because of the fans, and I think it’s imperative we appreciate them for their support of our careers.” Last month, Levi made some comedic comments about how the SAG-AFTRA strike restrictions prohibit actors from talking about their previous work, in which he found another way to discuss his past work without saying their titles. READ MORE: Issa Rae’s ‘Rap Sh!t’ Season 2 Delayed Due To Ongoing Hollywood Strike “I’m not allowed to talk about — this is so dumb.