Drake Bell opens up about sexual abuse from dialogue coach

In a groundbreaking reunion, actors Drake Bell and Josh Peck came together on March 24, 2025, for an episode of the Good Guys podcast, where they discussed their experiences while filming on Nickelodeon’s Drake & Josh. The discussion came in the wake of revelations made in the documentary Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV, which exposed troubling events within the industry, including Bell's allegations of sexual abuse at the hands of their former dialogue coach, Brian Peck. During the podcast, Bell emotional disclosed the impact of this abuse on his youth and how it affected his life and career. Josh Peck expressed concern about how his revelations might upset fans who cherished their show, given the great memories associated with it. He mentioned the need to balance those cherished memories with the painful truths they faced behind the scenes. Peck reflected on his own struggles, including significant weight loss and sobriety, tying these experiences back to the show and the pressures they both faced as young stars in Hollywood. The two actors revealed that this was the first time they sat down to have such a deep conversation about their past traumas and experiences since filming the show almost 20 years ago. Both Bell and Peck found some solace in sharing their stories and acknowledged the importance of confronting the harsh realities of their childhood experiences in the entertainment business. The podcast episode is set to provide an eye-opening perspective on the industry that many young actors were subjected to, highlighting the emotional and psychological struggles often kept hidden from the public eye. This reunion serves as a reminder of the darker side often overshadowed by the glitter and glamour of child stardom. The first part of the podcast was released on March 24, with a follow-up scheduled for March 27, 2025. In the trailer, Bell is seen shedding tears, indicating the depth of the conversation. The revelations have sparked a broader conversation about safeguarding children in the entertainment industry and the crucial need to address and eliminate abuse in all its forms. This reunion not only reiterates the nostalgia of their sitcom days but also serves as an impactful commentary on serious societal issues, leaving fans and advocates questioning the safeguards in place for young actors.