Keke Palmer’s Mother Opens Up About Working with Dan Schneider on Nickelodeon Sets
Keke Palmer’s Mother Opens Up About Daughter’s Experience Working with Dan Schneider on Nickelodeon Sets
In a recent episode of Keke Palmer’s podcast, “Baby, This Is Keke Palmer,” the actress and her mother delved into her experience as a child actress and the recent revelations in the documentary “Quiet On Set,” which shed light on misconduct and abuse allegations at Nickelodeon in the late 90s and early 2000s.
During the podcast, Palmer’s mother, Sharon, expressed her concerns about the atmosphere on the Dan Schneider sets, describing it as “weird” and “cultish.” She also mentioned feeling that the parents on set were secretive and took themselves too seriously.
Sharon revealed that she always saw Nickelodeon as just a stepping stone for her daughter, emphasizing that Keke didn’t start her career on Nickelodeon or Disney, but had the opportunity to work in both adult and kid-friendly environments.
Keke also shared her experiences of feeling like some people in the industry tried to drive a wedge between her and her mother. Despite feeling controlled and confined at times, she now understands that her mother was just being protective of her.
The candid conversation between Keke Palmer and her mother sheds light on the challenges and complexities of working in the entertainment industry as a child star. Fans can listen to the full episode of “Baby, This Is Keke Palmer” to hear more about Keke’s journey in Hollywood.