Dan Schneider Sues ‘Quiet on Set’ Producers for Defamation, Calls Nickelodeon Abuse Docuseries a ‘Hit Job’
Dan Schneider Sues ‘Quiet on Set’ Producers for Defamation, Calls Nickelodeon Abuse Docuseries a ‘Hit Job’
Dan Schneider, a prominent figure in children's television, has filed a defamation lawsuit against the producers of the docuseries "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV." The series, which became a major hit on Max, accuses Schneider of creating a hostile work environment and sexualizing young actors. Schneider denies these allegations, asserting that he was unaware of any abuse by other Nickelodeon staff and condemning such actions.
In the lawsuit, Schneider claims the docuseries falsely portrays him as a child sexual abuser, damaging his reputation. He acknowledges past mistakes and poor judgment in his early career but strongly denies any involvement in criminal activities. Schneider's legal action aims to correct what he views as misleading and harmful assertions made by the docuseries.