Jack Black shirtless Taylor Swift Anti Hero SAG-AFTRA fundraiser

Actor-singer Jack Black surprises crowd at SAG-AFTRA fundraiser by stripping shirtless and singing Taylor Swift's 'Anti-Hero'.

Actor-singer Jack Black surprised the audience at a SAG-AFTRA fundraiser on October 25 by stripping off his shirt and singing Taylor Swift's song 'Anti-Hero'. The event, called the 'Give Back-ular Spectacular!', was held at the Orpheum Theater and aimed to support members of SAG-AFTRA who have been affected by the ongoing strike. Black, who had initially been expected to perform a stand-up set, decided to switch things up and asked the crowd for song requests after his shirtless entrance.

Videos captured by fans and shared on social media showed Black on stage, having just finished his stand-up comedy set. Other performers at the event included Janelle James, Halle Berry, Lily Tomlin, and Dax Shepard. When Black took off his shirt and threw it on the ground, the crowd erupted in applause and cheers. The 'Kung Fu Panda' star then walked around the stage in his boxers, engaging with the audience.

As Black held his microphone to the crowd, someone suggested a song for him to sing. Black responded with enthusiasm, saying, "I know that one. Everyone knows that f***** song!" He began singing the song in a comical tone but soon switched to a more guttural version. When he forgot the lyrics, he improvised with gibberish, much to the amusement of the audience.

The lighthearted moment provided a welcome break from the seriousness of the SAG-AFTRA strikes, which have had a significant impact on the economy since they began in July. The 'Give Back-ular Spectacular!' event aimed to raise emergency relief funds for both union and non-union crew members who have been without a paycheck during the strike. The strikes, which have lasted for 104 days, have caused financial strain for many in the industry.

Negotiations between SAG-AFTRA and Hollywood studios were set to resume this week after breaking down earlier in the month. The strike started when the union failed to reach an agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) regarding increased pay, a share of streaming revenue, and protection against the replication of actors' images and voices by AI.

Overall, Jack Black's shirtless performance at the SAG-AFTRA fundraiser provided a moment of levity and entertainment amidst the ongoing strike. The event aimed to support those affected by the strike and raise awareness of the challenges faced by crew members in the industry.