" It broke my heart into a million piece to try just how much Drake was holding within while we were work together . "
Note : This post mentions allegations of child sexual abuse .
This week,Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TVexposedthe allegedly toxic and abusive culture that child stars faced during their time at Nickelodeon. The four-part documentary largely centered around Dan Schneider, who created hit shows likeiCarly, Drake & Josh, Zoey 101,andVictorious.
In one episode,Drake Bellidentified himself as the sexual abusevictimof Brian Peck, the Nickelodeon dialogue coach who wasarrestedin 2003 on 11 charges, including lewd acts with a minor.
Here are 12 Nickelodeon actors who’ve spoken out since the documentary aired:
1.Drake Bell (Drake & Josh,The Amanda Show)
2.Josh Peck (Drake & Josh,The Amanda Show)
3.Alexa Nikolas (Zoey 101)
4.Angelique Bates (All That)
5.Nancy Sullivan (Drake & Josh,The Amanda Show)
6.Jack Salvatore Jr. (Zoey 101)
7.Raquel Lee Bolleau (The Amanda Show)
8.Devon Werkheiser (Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide)
9.Leon Frierson (All That)
10.Giovonnie Samuels (All That)
11.Natanya Ross (The Secret World of Alex Mack)
12.And finally, Bryan Hearne (All That)
Dan’s spokesperson shared a statement on Monday, which was later obtained by the Hollywood Reporter:
" Everything that happened on the shows Dan ran was carefully scrutinized by dozens of involved adults , and approved by the meshwork . Had there been any scenes or outfits that were inappropriate in any manner , they would have been flagged and block up by this multilayered scrutiny . call up , all stories , dialog , costume , and makeup were to the full approved by meshwork executives on two coasts . A standards and exercise grouping learn and at last approved every playscript , and programing executives reviewed and sanction all episode . In summation , every day on every set , there were always parents and PCP and their ally watching filming and rehearsals . "
Nickelodeon also released a statement to BuzzFeed regarding alleged behavior on past production sets:
" Though we can not corroborate or negate allegation of behaviour from production decennium ago , Nickelodeon as a matter of policy investigates all formal complaints as part of our commitment to foster a secure and professional workplace surroundings free of torment or other variety of inappropriate conduct . Our highest priorities are the well - being and best interests not just of our employee , mould and crew , but of all tike , and we have adopted legion safeguard over the old age to help guarantee we are populate up to our own high standards and the expectations of our audience . "
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault , you’re able to call theNational Sexual Assault Hotlineat 1 - 800 - 656 - HOPE ( 4673 ) , which routes the caller-out to their penny-pinching intimate rape table service supplier . you could also search for your local centerhere . If you are concerned that a child is live or may be in danger of misuse , you’re able to call or text theNational Child Abuse Hotlineat 1 - 800 - 422 - 4453 ( 4.A.CHILD ) ; service can be provide in over 140 languages .
