Actress Emma Roberts recently expressed her shock and horror after watching the docuseries Quiet on Set: The Dark Side Of Kids TV. The series, released in March, delved into the alleged abuse and toxicity faced by child stars working for Nickelodeon, particularly on shows associated with Dan Schneider. Among the revelations were complaints against Schneider and Drake Bell's account of abuse by a Nickelodeon dialogue coach.
Responding to the claims, a representative for Dan Schneider denied allegations of fostering a toxic workplace and producing sexualized content, stating that all content on his shows was carefully reviewed and approved by the network and multiple adults involved in the production.
Nickelodeon also issued a statement to BuzzFeed, emphasizing their commitment to investigating all formal complaints to maintain a safe and professional work environment, especially for children. The network highlighted their adoption of safeguards over the years to uphold high standards and ensure a positive workplace culture.
Emma Roberts, known for her role in the show Unfabulous, shared her thoughts on the docuseries, expressing sadness and shock at the revelations. She recounted her positive experience on set, crediting the presence of a female showrunner and her mother's constant support for creating a safe environment during her time as a child actor.
Roberts emphasized the importance of protecting children and adults on sets, acknowledging the ongoing efforts to improve work environments in the industry. She joined other former child stars like Ariana Grande and Kenan Thompson in speaking out following the release of Quiet on Set.
The docuseries is available for streaming on Max and Discovery Plus, shedding light on the challenges faced by young actors in the entertainment industry. For those concerned about child abuse, the National Child Abuse Hotline offers support in over 140 languages, providing assistance to those in need.
