Vanderpump Rules Star Lala Kent Retires From MTV Movie & TV Awards To Support Writers Strike

In solidarity with striking writers, Bravolebrity, 32, announced in a statement that she would stay at home The Hollywood Reporter. Kent was nominated alongside her Vanderpump Rules co-stars Ariana Madix, Katie Maloney And Sheana Shay for best reality onscreen team, while the show is up for best reality series. She should also be present at the awards ceremony.

“I am so honored to be nominated this year and thank all my fans who voted, but I have chosen to stay home to support the many hard working writers who deserve to be fairly rewarded become,” she wrote.

“Although Vanderpump Rules falls within the realm of unscripted television, that’s no excuse for me to remain silent and move on as if the stakes aren’t that great for each writer and their families,” she concluded. “We must protect our creators and I hope you will stand with me and many others until we find a solution (hopefully very soon).”

The explanation of the podcast host “Give Them Lala” follows Drew Barrymore’s departure; While she was supposed to be hosting the show, she pulled out on Thursday because of the strike. In a statement to diversityBarrymore spoke about her decision to cancel Sunday’s awards show and why it’s important for her to support the authors.

“I’ve been listening to the writers and to truly respect them, I will refrain from the live MTV Movie & TV Awards event in solidarity with the strike,” the daytime talk show host said. “Everything we celebrate and honor about films and television is born out of their creation. And until a solution is found I choose to wait but I will be watching from home and I hope you will join me. Thank you to MTV who has truly been one of the best partners I have ever worked with.”

Although she won’t be on stage at the MTV Movie & TV Awards, the 48-year-old actress has agreed to host the 2024 awards.

“I can’t wait to be a part of next year when I can really celebrate everything that MTV has created,” she said, “a show where the fans get to choose who the awards go to and who.” is really comprehensive. “

Variety noted that Barrymore may still appear on the show as she has already filmed pre-taped segments. In her absence, however, the show will be hostless.

The MTV Movie & TV Awards will air Sunday as scheduled live from the Barker Hangar in Los Angeles. While there will also be no red carpet for the event, the Writers Guild of America announced on Friday that they plan to host the ceremony.