Former Nickelodeon actors Drake Bell and Josh Peck reunited for the first time in nearly 20 years on Peck’s podcast, “Good Guys.” They reflected on the allegations of child abuse and misconduct in the docuseries “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV.” Bell spoke about his accusations against a dialogue coach named Brian Peck, who was convicted of lewd acts with a child in 2003 after being accused of molesting a minor he worked with over a six-month period. Bell shared his fears about how the situation would impact their show, “Drake & Josh,” and worried about losing their dream.
Peck expressed support for Bell and mentioned how witnessing inappropriate behavior on set was sadly normalized in Hollywood. Nickelodeon issued a statement emphasizing their commitment to a safe work environment and investigating any formal complaints.
Bell had previously faced his own controversy and was sentenced to probation for child endangerment. After the docuseries, Bell received support but also faced backlash from some of his fans. Part two of Bell and Peck’s conversation is set to be released soon.
The podcast episode shed light on the challenges and difficulties faced by child actors in the industry, highlighting the need for better safeguards and protection. Peck expressed empathy and admiration for Bell’s strength in speaking out about his experiences.
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