The former 'Naked Brothers Band' actress claims she was threatened to get fired if she refused to kiss her much older co-star for a scene on the teen television series.
- Mar 27, 2024
AceShowbiz - Following Drake Bell's disturbing revelations in the docuseries "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV," more former child actors are sharing their experiences on set.
Allie DiMeco, who starred in Nickelodeon's "The Naked Brothers Band", recounted a traumatic experience. She detailed an incident where she was pressured into kissing a much older co-star despite her objections.
DiMeco felt compelled to perform the scene due to threats that she could lose her job. She revealed that at the time, she was 14-15 years old while her co-star, Jake Hertzog, was 30+ years old.
"There was an episode where Rosalina 'cheated' on Nat and kind of kissed a French guy," she remembered. "He's a 30-year-old man. I'm sorry, I couldn't even watch it. It gives me f***ing the ick and it honestly gives me PTSD."
"I told [producers] many times that I didn't want to do it. My mom was very against it and they pretty much made me feel like I was going to lose my job, that I might be fired if I didn't do it. It was weird."
DiMeco expressed distress while watching "Quiet on Set," emphasizing the importance of creating a safe environment for children on set where they feel comfortable expressing discomfort. She criticized the production team for disregarding her concerns.
DiMeco's experiences have resonated with other former child actors who have come forward with their own stories. Their revelations highlight the need for transparency and accountability within the entertainment industry to protect young performers from exploitation and abuse.
