June 13th 2024.
In the world of entertainment, there is always something new and exciting on the horizon. And right now, all eyes are on Ariana Grande as she speaks out about the ongoing controversy surrounding children's TV shows. As we all know, Ariana first rose to fame as a teenager on Nickelodeon's Victorious, where she played the lovable and quirky Cat Valentine. She then went on to star in the spin-off series Sam & Cat, solidifying her place as a fixture on the now infamous channel for several years.
But recently, Grande has been reflecting on her time at Nickelodeon in light of some disturbing allegations of emotional and physical abuse on the sets of children's TV shows in the early 2000s, which are being explored in the documentary series Quiet On Set: The Dark Side Of Kids TV. While she expressed sadness about the ‘devastating’ allegations, she also shared that her personal experiences on the network were ‘beautiful.’
During an appearance on the Podcrushed podcast with host and actor Penn Badgley, Grande suggested that there should be mandatory therapy for child stars as part of their contracts to prevent any mistreatment in the future. She believes that having a professional to help unpack the intense and life-changing experiences that come with being in the spotlight at a young age is crucial for the well-being of young performers.
Grande also opened up about her own experiences on the Nickelodeon sets, noting that they are still evolving. She emphasized the lack of necessary support for young performers and expressed her concern that many of them do not have the necessary resources to navigate the challenges of fame at such a young age. ‘A lot of people don't have the support that they need to get through performing at that level at such a young age,’ she shared.
In addition to mandatory therapy, Grande also called for more parental presence on set. She recalled that during her time at Nickelodeon, parents would only occasionally visit their kids while they were filming. In her opinion, having a parental figure around could provide a sense of stability and support for young performers.
These comments from Grande come in the midst of a defamation lawsuit filed by former Nickelodeon producer Dan Schneider, who created Victorious. Schneider claims that the Quiet On Set series has damaged his reputation beyond repair. The docuseries has also shed light on some shocking allegations, including that of former Nickelodeon star Drake Bell, who spoke out about the sexual abuse he allegedly suffered at the hands of convicted sex offender Brian Peck.
As always, Ariana Grande speaks her mind and she isn't afraid to stand up for what she believes in. We applaud her for using her platform to advocate for the well-being of young performers and for shedding light on important issues in the entertainment industry. If you have a story to share, the entertainment team at The Agency would love to hear from you. You can reach them by email, phone, or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. Let's continue to have these important discussions and work towards a better and safer environment for all in the entertainment industry.
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