With Oscar season over, now it's time for union actors to have their say ...

While the seats at the Hollywood & Highland Center are still warm from last night's Oscars, ballots go out today to union actors on the proposed SAG AFTRA merger.

And the winner is ...

Stay tuned ...

BL

"The Artist's" Oscar wins paint a great tribute to the film's entire cast ...

Congratulations to my long time client and friend Basil Hoffman. Those Oscar wins tonight for "The Artist" are his to share in, too. He was wonderful in his role as the Auctioneer, setting up a pivotal transition in the journey of the film and its star.

Bravo, Basil -- to you and to all of your fellow cast members who went unmentioned tonight, but whose performances helped "The Artist" earn its place in film history.

BL