Mayim Bialik Shares Her Thoughts on Harrowing Allegations in Investigation Discovery’s ‘Quiet on Set’ Docuseries
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Child Actress Jenna von Oÿ Speaks Up About Alleged Experiences on the Sets of Nickelodeon
Mayim Bialik is speaking out about the harrowing allegations presented in Investigation Discovery’s docuseries, Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV. According to former child actress Jenna von Oÿ, the experiences of women at Nickelodeon, while working under Dan Schneider, weren’t much different from what she had heard about other TV sets during their time.
Women Being Berated in the Writers Room: A Prevalent Issue
Mayim Bialik, well-known for her role in The Big Bang Theory, shared her views on the occurrence of women being berated in the writers’ room, stating that in the past, it was unfortunately considered normal and something that she herself had admittedly found acceptable to some extent. She further acknowledged that those norms have changed, and today she would be mortified by such behavior.
Former Child Star Christy Carlson Feels Triggered by ‘Quiet on Set’ Docuseries
During the podcast episode, former Even Stevens star Christy Carlson expressed that she found the Quiet on Set docuseries extremely triggering, leading to a feeling of survivor’s guilt. She emphasized the importance of collective healing and the need to comprehend the gravity of the situation.
Unveiling Allegations of Abuse, Sexism, and Racism on Nickelodeon
Investigation Discovery’s docuseries focused on allegations of abuse, sexism, racism, and inappropriate behavior involving underage stars and crew members on various Nickelodeon TV shows, including The Amanda Show, Drake & Josh, and Zoey 101, while Dan Schneider was involved. Throughout the series, former actors, writers, and producers shared their personal experiences and showed solidarity by recounting their stories and offering support.
Mayim Bialik Reflects on the Positive Changes
Mayim Bialik shared that the docuseries reflects the culture that existed at the time, not solely Nickelodeon. Rather, it serves as a reminder of the significant progress made in creating a safe environment in the industry, wherein addressing the mental health of children on set is of utmost importance. Bialik commended advocates like Christy Carlson and expressed the need for transparency and protection for all.
Christy Carlson Prefers Speaking Out on the Podcast
Christy Carlson revealed that ID had approached her to share her experiences for the docuseries, but she opted to speak out on the podcast instead, as it made her more comfortable to openly discuss her story.
