As a result of the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes that are still ongoing in Hollywood, thousands of other professionals, in addition to actors and writers, have had to pause their work for a while. After all, editors, production assistants, cameramen and many more can’t work if no productions are filming.
And though the strike is all for a good cause, and needs everyone’s cooperation in order to make it effective, we can’t help but think of all the people who have been affected over the past few months. Luckily, that’s where The Union Solidarity Coalition comes in: an organization “founded by writers/directors who were moved to connect with crew affected by the 2023 WGA strike.”
“Watching people honor our picket lines touched and inspired us, and presented us with a model for unity in action,” the TUSC website details. “Though the strike is the catalyst for creating TUSC, we feel this is just the beginning of a larger, urgent movement of solidarity between all of the industry unions, and also our coworkers who aren’t part of a union.”
So, in that spirit, the organization has just revealed a series of celebrity and TV show-related auction items up for bidding on EBay. From taking pottery classes with Busy Phillips, to receiving a signed blue apron from The Bear, or getting a custom dog drawing from John Lithgow, check out all the auction items up for grabs below!
Jeremy Allen White
Jeremy Allen White and his The Bear cast, including Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Ayo Edebiri are auctioning a “pre-worn” and signed blue apron from the show. The current bid is $1,525.
Natasha Lyonne
In this surprising auction item, Poker Face star Natasha Lyonne will help the highest bidder “solve the New York Times Sunday crossword.” The highest bid is currently $2,132.
Rachel Bloom
If you’re a fan of Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, you might want to hop on this one! The show’s creator and star Rachel Bloom is auctioning off a “virtual coffee and conversation.” The current bid is $700.
John Lithgow
In one of the most unique auction items, Oscar-nominated actor John Lithgow will paint a “watercolor portrait of your dog.” Unsurprisingly, the item is at an ultra-high value at $4,050.
Busy Philipps
Did someone say a girls night with Busy Philipps? That’s right, Phillipps is auctioning a pottery class with her in New York City for two people. The current bid is $2,800.
Sarah Silverman
Comedian and actress Sarah Silverman is ready to open up to the highest bidder in “20 Questions/20 Minutes Zoom.” Bids are at $1,525.
Ann Dowd
Time with The Handmaid’s Tale star Ann Dowd is also up for grabs as she’s auctioning lunch with her in New York City. The current bid is $1,125.
Adam Scott
As a beloved actor, we’re certain this item will be one of the most expensive deals. Severance star Adam Scott is auctioning an opportunity to “Walk Your Dog for 1-HR (LA Based Doggies Only).” The bid is currently at $3,050.
Brit Marling
Any The OA fans out there? The star of the show Brit Marling is auctioning off the wolf sweater she wore on the show. For the lucky bidder, Marling will also be sending them a “Personal Letter.” The current bid is $4,000.
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Much like Silverman, Maggie Gyllenhaal is also auctioning “20 Minutes and 20 Questions.” The current bid is $590.
The Cast of ‘Bones’
The cast of the hit show Bones is auctioning off a “Virtual Hang Out” with stars David Boreanaz, Emily Deschanel, Tamara Taylor and Michaela Conlin. The current bid is $810.
The Cast of ‘New Girl’
Speaking of cast hangouts, the cast of New Girl is doing the same. The show’s stars Zooey Deschanel, Lamorne Morris, Hannah Simone and Max Greenfield are all set to attend. Unsurprisingly, the big is already high at $3,226.
Rosemarie DeWitt & Ron Livingston
Married since 2009, actors Rosemarie DeWitt and Ron Livingston have relationship advice to spare. So, the couple is offering “Relationship Advice Squabble Over Zoom.” The current bid is $710.
Lena Dunham
Girls creator Lena Dunham is on two auction items: in a “Virtual Story Basics Session with Spike Jonze” and “Lena Dunham Will Paint a Mural in Your Home.” For the mural, the current bid is $3,050 and for the session it’s the highest in the bunch at $5,100.
The Cast of ‘Manifest’
Any Manifest fans out there? If so, stars of the show Josh Dallas and Melissa Roxburgh are auctioning off a Zoom with them. The current bid is at $510.
The Cast of ‘White Collar’
A “Zoom Meet Up” with White Collar stars Matt Bomer and Tim DeKay is also up for auction. The current bid is $1,525.
The Cast of ‘Bob’s Burgers’
Speaking of casts, the cast of Bob’s Burgers is auctioning an opportunity for them to “Sing a Song Written Just for You.” Talk about a once-in-a-lifetime gift! The current bid is $3,550.
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