Jennie Garth, who worked with Dan Schneider on the TV series What I Like About You, had little to say about him in response to the renewed focus on the controversial TV creator with the release of the documentary Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kid. Garth expressed her desire to never speak about Schneider again. Quiet on Set delved into the problematic workplace conditions faced by child stars on Nickelodeon in the past, making allegations against Schneider for creating a toxic environment and inappropriate writing for children to perform. Schneider, known for creating hit series such as iCarly and Zoey 101, acknowledged the need to make amends and apologize for his past behaviors after watching the documentary.
The documentary featured numerous Nickelodeon alums speaking out about their experiences working with Schneider, but Amanda Bynes, who starred in his shows All That and The Amanda Show, did not comment on the allegations. Garth, who played Bynes’ sister on What I Like About You, expressed her admiration for Bynes and her desire to see her again. Schneider revealed in his response video that he supported Bynes’ efforts to seek emancipation from her parents in 2013, although the attempt was unsuccessful due to the conservatorship that was later imposed on her and eventually lifted in 2022.
Schneider has faced allegations of inappropriate behavior in the past, leading to his departure from Nickelodeon in 2018. In a statement released by his team prior to the airing of the documentary, Schneider was portrayed as a supportive figure for child actors facing the pressures of becoming breadwinners for their families while navigating the challenges of growing up in the spotlight. The statement emphasized the presence of various professionals on set to ensure the well-being of the child actors, but acknowledged the difficulties they faced under such circumstances.
Garth and Bynes’ collaboration on What I Like About You marked the end of their professional relationship with Schneider. While Garth avoided discussing Schneider in her recent interview, she expressed her affection for Bynes and her hope to reconnect with her in the future. Despite the controversy surrounding Schneider and the allegations raised by Quiet on Set, his impact on the careers of many child actors in the industry was noted, with some acknowledging his role in their success. Schneider’s acknowledgment of his past actions and his expression of regret indicate a potential shift in his understanding of the impact of his behavior on others.
