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Drake Bell Reveals Sexual Abuse by Nickelodeon Dialogue Coach Brian Peck

In a forthcoming docuseries, the former child star discusses the abuse he suffered and the toxic culture behind iconic children's shows.

  • Drake Bell, former star of 'Drake & Josh,' alleges he was sexually abused by his Nickelodeon dialogue coach, Brian Peck.
  • Peck, convicted in 2004 for crimes against Bell, was sentenced to 16 months in prison and required to register as a sex offender.
  • The abuse allegations will be detailed in Investigation Discovery's docuseries 'Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV,' airing March 17 and 18.
  • Other Nickelodeon stars and employees will also discuss experiences of abuse, sexism, and racism in the series.
  • Bell's revelation follows his 2021 guilty plea to child endangerment charges, involving grooming an underage fan.
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