On general principle, I boycott shows that don’t employ actors.

Meaning of the quote

The quote means that Aisha Tyler, an American actress, does not watch or support shows or movies that do not hire real actors. She has a general rule of not watching those types of shows because she believes it's important to support the acting profession and the people who make a living as actors.

About Aisha Tyler

Aisha Tyler is an American actress and talk show host known for her roles in shows like Ghost Whisperer, Criminal Minds, and Archer. She has also hosted popular programs like The Talk and Whose Line Is It Anyway?. Aisha has lent her voice to several video games and has hosted Ubisoft’s E3 press conferences.

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