The harsh reality of life after childhood fame has been laid bare this week as Tylor Chase, a former star of the hit Nickelodeon series Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide, was discovered living on the streets of California.
In a series of viral videos that have shocked fans worldwide, the 36-year-old actor, once known for playing the energetic character Martin Qwerly, appeared unrecognisable and in distress. The footage has reignited a fierce debate about the entertainment industry's duty of care towards its youngest talents once the cameras stop rolling.
