Ariana Grande says she ‘didn’t remember’ sexual innuendos in her Nickelodeon scripts until Quiet On Set doc

Ariana Grande says she 'didn't remember' sexual innuendos in her Nickelodeon scripts until Quiet On Set doc

As a seasoned observer of the ever-changing landscape of Hollywood, I find myself deeply troubled by the recent revelations about the alleged misconduct of certain individuals within the industry. The case of Brian Peck, a registered sex offender who served time for molesting minors, is particularly distressing. It’s disheartening to see such individuals preying on the innocence and vulnerability of young stars, like Drake Bell who bravely shared his story.


As a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: In light of recent revelations about the suggestive language in my Nickelodeon scripts as portrayed in Quiet on Set, Ariana Grande expresses her astonishment anew. Over the years, I’ve tried to distance myself from those memories, but their reemergence has brought them back into sharp focus.

The series unveiled numerous allegations of inappropriate conduct on Nickelodeon shows and shed light on disturbing scenes that ‘sexualized’ young stars, including those from Grande’s own sitcoms, Sam & Cat and Victorious. 

The 27-year-old singer expressed surprise to Vanity Fair during a recent interview, saying, “Some parts I don’t recall, and then they’re included in this collection, and I think, ‘Did that actually happen? I can hardly believe it!'” The interview was published on Monday.

She emphasized that our top priority should be ensuring a safe workspace for everyone, including performers, artists, and musicians alike.

Afterward, Ariana spoke about the difficulties she faced while adapting to sudden stardom as a child actor and evolving into a popular music artist.

Ariana Grande says she 'didn't remember' sexual innuendos in her Nickelodeon scripts until Quiet On Set doc

Ariana Grande says she 'didn't remember' sexual innuendos in her Nickelodeon scripts until Quiet On Set doc

If you’re planning to join a big record label and your life is expected to transform as dramatically as mine did, then counseling or therapy should be included in the agreement, she mentioned.

As a devoted admirer, I’d like to express that it’s crucial to have emotional backing due to the unusual nature of things. The level of exposure that comes with this kind of visibility is something no one can truly prepare for.

In “Quiet on Set”: Unveiling the Controversial Aspects of Children’s Television, Brian Peck, a dialogue coach and former sex offender, as well as Dan Schneider, a Nickelodeon show creator who collaborated with Grande, faced severe accusations. This stirred up quite a commotion within the television industry.

During her performances, Grande was captured on camera inserting her hand into her throat, placing her toes in her mouth, and discussing feeling “drenched” or “wet” at the age of sixteen.

The star previously spoke out about the series on Penn Badgley’s podcast Podcrushed in June. 

She started by saying, “Many individuals lack the necessary assistance to handle the demands at such a tender age, and on top of that, grappling with the accounts shared by survivors – it’s difficult to express the magnitude of this tragedy.

Here’s a possible way of paraphrasing the given text in natural and easy-to-read language:

She added that parents should be permitted everywhere, ‘not only on kids sets.’

Ariana Grande says she 'didn't remember' sexual innuendos in her Nickelodeon scripts until Quiet On Set doc
Ariana Grande says she 'didn't remember' sexual innuendos in her Nickelodeon scripts until Quiet On Set doc
Ariana Grande says she 'didn't remember' sexual innuendos in her Nickelodeon scripts until Quiet On Set doc

If an individual is planning to engage in any field such as acting, music, or any other endeavor, and their goal is to appear on television, sign with a major record label, or achieve similar levels of exposure, it’s crucial that these aspirations are addressed in the agreement.

Grandé noted that young actors tend to be excessively concerned with the responses to their performances from the adult crew members, which can create an unusual behavioral pattern. This pattern arises because the young performers place great significance on receiving laughter from the “Video Village” (a term used to refer to a video monitor area where crew members watch takes).

‘You’re like, “Oh s***, I’m doing something great. Like, this is funny, this is good. ”

She mentioned that she and her co-stars like Victoria Justice, Daniella Monet, and Leon Thomas often took their humor to the limit.

Additionally, the implied meanings seemed to suggest that we were led to believe and accept this as a unique distinction. To be honest, it all occurred so swiftly that in retrospect, when revisiting certain video clips, I find myself questioning, ‘Wow, was that really the case?’

‘The things that weren’t approved for the network were snuck on to like our website or whatever it was, and that is another discovery. But I’m going into it…I guess I’m upset.’

Ariana Grande says she 'didn't remember' sexual innuendos in her Nickelodeon scripts until Quiet On Set doc

The documentary further detailed that, during Schneder’s tenure, Nickelodeon faced criticism for certain programs containing awkward skits.

In the documentary, commentators stated that it seemed acceptable for such sexually suggestive humor involving children.

In response to the critique, Schneider stated: “All the jokes you mentioned were penned with a child audience in mind as they found them amusing – and nothing but amusing.

Twenty years on, these shows are being reevaluated by older viewers who now find certain content inappropriate for children. They’re expressing their opinions as, “I didn’t realize that wasn’t suitable for a kids’ program back then.

‘I have no problem with that if that’s how anyone feels then let’s cut those jokes out of the show.

To ensure my shows gain wide appeal, I believe it’s important to make necessary adjustments when elements within the show upset someone. In such cases, let’s consider removing those parts for a more enjoyable viewing experience.

My aim is always to avoid including anything in the program that might annoy my viewers and cause them to switch off their television. What reason could there be for me to intentionally do that? It simply doesn’t add up.

Ariana Grande says she 'didn't remember' sexual innuendos in her Nickelodeon scripts until Quiet On Set doc

Recently, a video that originally surfaced some time ago has been shared widely on the internet. It depicts Schneider in a hot tub along with Amanda Bynes, who was underage at the time, as part of a Nickelodeon comedy skit.

In 2002, at just 16 years old, I found myself in a scene that was filmed alongside the talented Amanda Bynes. This particular sketch, penned by Schneider himself, left many viewers feeling uneasy due to its content.

However, Schneider, being 20 years older than Bynes, stood up for their friendship and stated that he had merely been trying to assist her, despite what others might perceive.

As a diligent adherent, I promptly disassociated myself from those unsavory individuals, making it clear that I hadn’t played a part in employing Peck.

37-year-old actor Drake Bell, best known for his role in Drake & Josh, publicly acknowledged that he was the victim of inappropriate behavior by dialogue coach Peck, during an episode of the Investigation Discovery series.

63-year-old convicted sex offender Peck spent 16 months behind bars between the years 2004-2005 following his arrest on multiple charges such as sodomy, performing indecent acts on a minor aged 14 to 15 by an individual who is ten years older, and committing oral copulation through anesthesia or controlled substances.

In the course of our conversation, when Drake shared his experience with me, it left a deeper impact on me than any professional event I’d encountered up until that point.

It became known in April that Schneider filed a lawsuit against the makers of Quiet On Set, alleging they defamed him. He asserted that the disturbing documentary incorrectly depicted him as a perpetrator of child sexual abuse.

Ariana Grande says she 'didn't remember' sexual innuendos in her Nickelodeon scripts until Quiet On Set doc
Ariana Grande says she 'didn't remember' sexual innuendos in her Nickelodeon scripts until Quiet On Set doc

Previously, Schneider, aged 58, had faced lawsuits due to allegations involving unfair treatment based on gender, a toxic work atmosphere, and harassment.

According to a lawsuit filed by Schneider, as reported by DailyMail.com, the legal action targets the show’s creators, Warner Bros. Discovery, Maxine Productions, Sony Pictures Television, and others, alleging that they falsely suggested he had sexually abused child actors who were part of his productions.

Lawyers representing the celebrity argue that the documentary series was a malicious attack on their client. They believe the producers made it with the intention of generating sensational headlines, increased viewership, and monetary gain. In simpler terms, they suggest the show was created primarily for financial reasons.

Starting from 1993, Schneider significantly contributed to the rise of child actors who later achieved stardom, among them being Miranda Cosgrove, Jamie Lynn Spears, and Ariana Grande.

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