(Updated withSAG-AFTRAstatement)Writers have officially approved their deal with the studios.

There were 8,435 yes votes and 90 no votes, the guild announced in an email sent to members.

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With major strides for scribes in terms of A.I.

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Today both Stiehm and Takeuchi praise the massive mandate members gave the agreement.

Together we were able to accomplish what many said was impossible only six months ago.

It is important progress for our industry that writers are back to work.

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We salute the WGA negotiators, leadership and members for their fortitude and dedication.

WGA members around the countryreceived their ratification ballotsand support material via email on October 2.

That session was sparsely attended, we hear.

There was no picketing today by SAG-AFTRA or its allies in respect of the Indigenous Peoples Day holiday.