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entertainment13 days ago•15 min saved

Romano Reveals 'Even Stevens' Friction With LaBeouf Stemmed From Divergent Upbringings

Christy Carlson Romano disclosed that her professional relationship with Shia LaBeouf during the filming of 'Even Stevens' was strained due to their contrasting childhood environments. Romano described herself as a disciplined New York child star, while LaBeouf was characterized as a chaotic Los Angeles youth. The former co-stars, who were 14 and 12 respectively during the show's run, have since reflected on their inability to support one another during their formative years.

via variety.com|

#child-stars #christy-carlson-romano #disney-channel

entertainment16 days ago•4 min saved

Justin Cooper Recalls Unsettling Prison Mail and Strict Parental Guarding During 'Liar, Liar' Era

Former child actor Justin Cooper, known for playing Jim Carrey’s son in the 1997 comedy 'Liar, Liar,' revealed on the 'Not So Little Rascals' podcast that he received disturbing fan mail from prison inmates while he was eight years old. Cooper explained that his mother intercepted these letters, shielding him from the content, which included messages from inmates calling him a 'cute kid.' He also discussed how his mother strictly controlled his environment, never leaving him alone with adults on set and confronting cast members like Don Rickles over inappropriate language. Cooper noted that while he initially enjoyed the sudden fame, it eventually became burdensome, leading him to quit acting in high school. He is now an executive producer on 'The Ben Maller Show' for FOX Sports Radio.

via Fox News|

#child-stars #entertainment #hollywood

entertainment16 days ago•15 min saved

Jonathan Lipnicki Returns to Red Carpet for A24 Thriller 'Primetime'

Former child star Jonathan Lipnicki made a rare public appearance at the Los Angeles premiere of A24's 'Primetime' on September 23, 2026. Now 35, Lipnicki plays a predator in the film, which dramatizes the final year of the NBC show 'To Catch a Predator.' The role required a full-frontal nude scene, which Lipnicki described as a courageous artistic choice to shed his past image. The film, directed by Lance Oppenheim and starring Robert Pattinson, opened in theaters on September 25, 2026.

via independent.co.uk|

#a24 #child-stars #entertainment

entertainment16 days ago•11 min saved

Justin Cooper Reveals He Received 'Prison Mail' as a Child Star in 'Liar, Liar'

Justin Cooper, who played Jim Carrey’s son in the 1997 comedy 'Liar, Liar,' disclosed on the 'Not So Little Rascals' podcast that he received unsettling fan mail from inmates while he was eight years old. Cooper, now 37, explained that his mother intercepted and shielded him from these letters, which contained messages from men in jail expressing admiration for him as a 'cute kid.' He also discussed the broader impact of his sudden fame, noting that he could not go anywhere in public without being recognized, though he initially enjoyed the attention. Cooper credited his mother for protecting him from the industry’s darker aspects, including never leaving him alone with adults on sets. The actor, who also appeared in 'Dennis the Menace Strikes Again' and various 1990s TV shows, is currently an executive producer on 'The Ben Maller Show' for FOX Sports Radio.

via TV Insider|

#child-stars #entertainment #jim-carrey

entertainment16 days ago•19 min saved

Justin Cooper Reveals He Received Disturbing Fan Mail from Prisoners as a Child

Justin Cooper, who played Jim Carrey’s son in the 1997 film 'Liar, Liar,' disclosed on the 'Not So Little Rascals' podcast that he received unsettling fan mail from inmates while he was eight years old. Cooper, now 37, explained that his mother intercepted and shielded him from these letters, which contained messages from men in jail expressing admiration for him as a 'cute kid.' He also discussed the broader impact of his sudden fame, noting that he could not go anywhere in public without being recognized, though he initially enjoyed the attention. Cooper credited his mother for protecting him from the industry’s darker aspects, including never leaving him alone with adults on sets. The actor, who also appeared in 'Dennis the Menace Strikes Again' and various 1990s TV shows, is currently an executive producer on 'The Ben Maller Show' for FOX Sports Radio.

via Page Six|

#child-stars #entertainment #jim-carrey

entertainment1 month ago•16 min saved

Tributes to Hayden Panettiere Spotlight Hollywood’s Treatment of Child Stars

Rose McGowan and Anna Paquin mourn Hayden Panettiere and critique the industry’s treatment of child actors, stressing that kids aren’t adequately protected by show business and urging stronger safeguards and support.

via Deadline|

#anna-paquin #child-stars #entertainment

entertainment2 months ago•37 min saved

Jenna Ortega Reveals She Skipped Meals on Set as a Child to Not Be ‘In the Way’

Jenna Ortega said in Esquire that, as a child actor, she would go days without food or water to avoid being “in the way” on set, explaining she started acting at seven after telling her parents and later broke out on Disney Channel’s Stuck in the Middle at 13 before rising to fame with Wednesday, while reflecting on the pressures faced by young stars.

via Yahoo News UK|

#child-stars #disney-channel #entertainment

entertainment2 months ago•16 min saved

Jenna Ortega Reflects on Child-Star Grind: Went Days Without Food to Not Be 'In the Way'

Jenna Ortega told Esquire that as a child actor she would go entire days without eating or drinking to avoid being 'in the way' on set, a discipline she now says may have been a mistake; she landed her breakout role on the Disney Channel series Stuck in the Middle at age 13.

via variety.com|

#child-stars #entertainment #esquire

entertainment3 months ago•16 min saved

Daveigh Chase’s Death: AIDS Listed as Primary Cause

Daveigh Chase, the actress and voice of Lilo in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch and star of The Ring, died at 35. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed AIDS as her primary cause of death, with chronic polysubstance use noted; the manner of death was ruled natural. She died after meningitis and several serious blood infections led to sepsis, with her boyfriend Roy Hernandez launching a GoFundMe to support her in her final days. Chase’s career included roles in Donnie Darko and Big Love before retiring from acting in 2016.

via Page Six|

#celebrity-deaths #child-stars #daveigh-chase

entertainment9 months ago•3 min saved

Ex-Nickelodeon Star Tylor Chase Faces Homelessness and Public Scrutiny

Former Nickelodeon star Tylor Chase, known for Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide, was recently seen homeless in Riverside, California, sparking widespread concern, emotional reactions, and discussions about the challenges faced by child actors after fame fades. The viral videos have prompted community support, debates about privacy and help, and highlighted the importance of mental health awareness for those in the entertainment industry.

via Yahoo|

#child-stars #entertainment #homeless

entertainment9 months ago•5 min saved

Stars Rally to Support Homeless 'Ned's Declassified' Actor Tylor Chase

Devon Werkheiser, a former co-star of Tylor Chase from Nickelodeon, publicly addressed Chase's homelessness and struggles with addiction, urging for privacy and professional help rather than social media exploitation, as Chase's situation worsens and garners public concern.

via Bored Panda|

#child-stars #entertainment #homelessness

entertainment11 months ago•6 min saved

Frankie Muniz Opens Up About 22-Year Rift with Hilary Duff

Hilary Duff's mother, Susan, had a tense relationship with Frankie Muniz after a 2002 incident involving casting decisions and their friendship, leading to over 20 years of silence between Frankie and Hilary, despite their early friendship.

via BuzzFeed|

#child-stars #entertainment #frankie-muniz

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Stars Speak Out on 'Quiet on Set' Documentary's Impact"

Former "Family Matters" star Jaleel White responds to allegations of abuse and toxic work environments for child actors on TV sets, stating that he felt safe and protected during his time on the hit sitcom. In the wake of the documentary "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV," which detailed abuse and hostile work environments at Nickelodeon, White credits his mother for keeping him safe as a young star and emphasizes the importance of parental protection for child actors. Other former child stars have also spoken out about feeling safe on set, while the documentary has prompted discussions about the need for better protection of young performers in the industry.

via Entertainment Weekly News|

#child-stars #entertainment #family-matters

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Drake Bell and Nickelodeon Alums Speak Out in Support of Child Star Parents Amid Controversy"

Drake Bell and fellow Nickelodeon alums defended the parents of child stars, arguing that they were often inexperienced and learning alongside their children in the industry. They emphasized the need for experienced individuals on set to support and care for the emotional well-being of young actors, rather than solely relying on parents. The panel discussion followed a screening of a documentary highlighting the challenges faced by child stars and their families in the entertainment industry.

via The A.V. Club|

#child-stars #documentary #drake-bell

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

'Quiet on Set' Filmmakers and Celebrities Speak Out on Industry Toxicity

Soledad O'Brien, host of 'Quiet on Set', criticizes the entertainment industry for preying on parents as well as child stars, arguing that the system isolates kids and makes them vulnerable to predators. She defends the parents of former child stars who claim to have been victimized, suggesting that they were set up to fail from the beginning. O'Brien also calls out the industry for systemic issues and points to the hiring of Brian Peck by Disney post-prison as evidence. The fifth episode of 'Quiet on Set' is set to premiere on April 7.

via TMZ|

#child-stars #controversial #drake-bell