With the air of the first episode of ‘Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV,’ the internet exploded in search of Dan Schneider’s whereabouts.
The four-episode docuseries gives an insight into the alleged toxic behavior experienced by Schneider’s former cast members, writer, and crew.
Daniel James Schneider started working at Nickelodeon as an executive producer in 1993.
Later, he co-created some of Nickelodeon’s greatest hits, including The Amanda Show, Zoey 101, Drake & Josh, and a few others.
In 2018, amidst the reports of alleged abusive behavior on set, Dan decided to part ways with the TV channel.
They discussed the possibility of working together, and eventually, both parties agreed to end their current deal.
Nonetheless, Schneider was listed as a co-creator of Danger Force (released in 2020), a spinoff of Henry Danger.
Key Takeaways
- Several allegations regarding Dan’s behavior led to his split with Nickelodeon.
- Despite allegations from his former cast, Schneider has denied all of them.
- During his hiatus, Dan lost about 100 lbs.
Allegations Leading Dan Schneider To Quit His Job
The allegations of Dan’s abusive behavior started to surface in the early 2018.
Schneider was under a cloud of suspicion after he posted pictures of some of the young actresses’ feet.
That was followed by multiple complaints from his former staff members about his behavior.
Upon investigation, Dan was found guilty of being verbally abusive to staff, but no evidence was found regarding any s*xual misconduct.
Later in the following years, several Nickelodeon stars came forward, blaming Schneider for his abusive behavior.
The list includes Jennette McCurdy, Zoey 101 star Alexa Nikolas, and Victorious star Daniella Monet.
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McCurdy, in her memoir, I’m Glad My Mom Died, shared how she felt “exploited” working with Schneider, whom she referred to as “The Creator.”
She also alleges that the TV channel offered her $300,000 to never speak about her experience publicly.
Similarly, Nikolas took a jab at the American scriptwriter, calling him “the creator of childhood trauma,” while protesting outside Nickelodeon’s headquarters.
In like manner, Monet used a slightly harsh word while sharing her experience working with Schneider.
In an interview with Business Insider, she shared how she felt “sexualized” filming certain scenes.
As per Monet, Schneider encouraged them to wear “skimpier options” and “whatever was the most revealing.”
Dan Has Denied All The Allegations
Although his former cast has made allegations against him, the American television producer has continuously denied all the wrongdoings.
However, Dan himself has agreed that he was a tough boss to work for.
Addressing the allegations, his spokesperson released a statement emphasizing the outcomes of the 2018 investigation and bringing attention to the network’s approval of the scenes.
“But let’s be clear: When Dan departed Nickelodeon a full investigation was done and again, all that was found is that he was a challenging, tough and demanding person to work for and with, nothing else.”
“As for scenes that are now apparently being ‘sexualized’ by some people years later, every scene was approved by the network and these shows are all still being aired today. If there was an actual problem they would be taken down, but they air constantly all over the world, enjoyed by kids and parents.”
Additionally, talking about the newly released docuseries, Dan said that he hasn’t seen “Quiet on Set” yet and cannot comment on any allegations.
What Is Dan Schneider Doing Now?
Following his departure from Nickelodeon in 2018, Dan wasn’t seen working with any television production company, including his own Schneider’s Bakery.
Looking at his Instagram, the American scriptwriter apparently took time to work on himself and spend quality time with his wife, Lisa Lillien.
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In an interview with the New York Times, Schneider said that he took a break to take care of a lot of stuff and revealed about his lost weight (100 lbs).
Dan also mentioned that he was working on a new pilot for a different network and hinted at another pilot intended for kids and their families.
FAQs
Are Dan Schneider And Max Schneider Related?
Dan Schneider is not related to Max Schneider, an American singer, dancer, actor, model, and musician.
Who Was The Creator of Nickelodeon Show iCarly?
Dan Schneider created iCarly, along with several hit Nickelodeon shows, such as Drake & Josh and Victorious, to name a few.
What is Dan Schneider’s Net Worth?
As of 2024, Dan has an estimated net worth of around $40 million.
