Drake Bell reflects on sharing his sexual abuse story

Drake Bell recently reflected on the one-year anniversary of his appearance in the documentary series "Quiet on Set," where he shared his experience of being sexually assaulted as a teenager. This revelation was particularly significant as Bell spoke about being abused by his dialogue coach, Brian Peck, while working at Nickelodeon. Bell expressed relief since coming forward with his story, stating it felt like a weight had been lifted off his shoulders. He acknowledged the emotional journey has been complex, and while sharing his truth has helped him, the pain of the experience is still present. In his interview, Bell noted that many fans now approach him to share their own stories. These conversations often happen instead of requests for selfies, showing the impact of his openness. He didn’t expect to have such a profound effect on others. Bell also shared insights about the support from those who initially defended Peck during his trial. Some of these individuals have since expressed regret for their previous actions after learning of Bell's experiences. This acknowledgment has been meaningful for Bell as he feels believed and supported. Despite expressing gratitude for the support, Bell also criticized Nickelodeon’s response to his story, calling it a “well-tailored response” that felt empty. He feels the network's actions do not reflect true care for those affected. Bell emphasized that he continues to seek therapy and support as he navigates the aftermath of his experiences.