Instagram/Sean Astin Celebrity SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin confirms negotiations with studios are back on, aiming for a fair deal to support actors and their families. March 16, 2026 AceShowbiz - Sean Astin, president of SAG-AFTRA, provided a brief update on ongoing talks with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) during the Actor Awards held on Sunday night.During his remarks, Sean Astin expressed gratitude toward the union's sister guilds for their continued support, emphasizing the strength of labor solidarity.