Actor Dermot Mulroney Walks Off “The View” in Support of Striking WGA Writers

Actor Dermot Mulroney made a bold statement during his appearance on ABC’s “The View” today. Promoting his new Disney+ Marvel series, “Secret Invasion,” Mulroney walked off the set in support of striking WGA writers.

The episode, which was taped yesterday and aired today, saw Mulroney leaving the stage before the end of his interview segment. Apologetically, he said, “Are we going to break? I want to do this symbolically. In support and solidarity for the writers, I’m going to walk off your show. Thank you, I’ll see you on the picket lines.” As he exited, Mulroney waved and expressed his gratitude, saying, “Love you, thank you.”

The co-hosts, including moderator Joy Behar, appeared unfazed by Mulroney’s actions. Behar looked into the camera and repeated Mulroney’s name and the title of his new Marvel series. After returning from a commercial break, the show moved on to a segment on swimsuits, without mentioning the walk-off again.

Before the unexpected departure, Mulroney engaged in a friendly debate with the co-hosts about his past movies, including “My Best Friend’s Wedding” and “The Wedding Date.” He also shared stories about his recent camping trip reunion with old friends in Virginia.

Regarding “Secret Invasion,” where Mulroney portrays President Ritson, the actor revealed that he was only aware of his scenes with Samuel L. Jackson and Don Cheadle and had no knowledge of other plot aspects of the alien invasion tale.

It is worth noting that Disney owns both Marvel and ABC, and “The View” aired the entire pre-taped episode, including Mulroney’s walk-off.

“The View” has continued to air daily shows without writers during the ongoing 50-day-plus WGA strike. Moderator Whoopi Goldberg, who was absent from today’s episode as is often the case on Fridays, typically informs viewers that the co-hosts are not reading writer-written introductions or lead-ins.

Mulroney also appeared on NBC’s “Today” on Wednesday to promote “Secret Invasion.” He even posted an Instagram selfie from the set, mentioning that it was taken live on air on the news show, which does not have WGA writers.

In a statement obtained by Deadline, Mulroney expressed his respect for “The View” as a news program with a heart. He explained that he felt comfortable drawing attention to the ongoing WGA strike for fair wages and working hours during his appearance on the show, emphasizing the importance of supporting the union.

Mulroney’s walk-off on “The View” serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing labor dispute in the entertainment industry and the need for fair treatment of writers. As fans eagerly await the release of “Secret Invasion,” Mulroney’s actions have brought attention to a cause that affects the entire industry.

How does Mulroney’s decision to walk off “The View” set demonstrate support for the striking writers?

Ow continued with the remaining segments as planned.

Mulroney’s decision to walk off the set comes amidst an ongoing strike by the Writers Guild of America (WGA), which began on November 15. The strike is a result of contract negotiations between the WGA and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) falling apart over issues such as streaming residuals and healthcare.

By taking a stand in support of the striking writers, Mulroney joins a growing number of actors who have shown their solidarity. Last week, A-list actors such as Sandra Bullock, Jennifer Aniston, and John Krasinski participated in a video released by the WGA, calling on the AMPTP to make a fair deal with the writers.

Mulroney’s gesture on “The View” not only serves as a symbolic act of support but also draws attention to the important role that writers play in the entertainment industry. Without their creativity and talent, shows like “Secret Invasion” would not exist.

As negotiations between the WGA and the AMPTP continue, the entertainment industry will be watching closely to see how Mulroney’s actions, along with the support from other actors, will impact the outcome of the strike. In the meantime, Mulroney’s bold statement serves as a reminder that the writers behind our favorite shows deserve fair treatment and recognition for their contributions.