So they are doing it to support them I take it. I think it Jimmy's case it's going againt them. I can hardly look at the guy.
Ya. A show of solidarity. The performers are in a different union, and won't vote to avoid crossing the picket line, because of course, "the show must go on"
So the lack of shaving takes the situation to people outside of New York/Hollywood/Burbank who can't see the pickets.
Last time, Letterman ended up with a nice beard, but looked absolutely horrible with the unshaven neck.