Los Angeles, CA – Former Nickelodeon host Marc Summers recently opened up about a controversial experience he had during an interview for ID’s docuseries, “Quiet On Set: The Dark Side Of Children’s TV.” While appearing on the “Elvis Duran and the Morning Show,” Summers revealed that he was misled about the nature of the interview, which aimed to shed light on the toxic culture behind children’s shows at the network in the late 1990s and 2000s.
Summers expressed feeling blindsided when he realized the true focus of the documentary, which delved into producer Dan Schneider’s behavior and the sexual abuse Drake Bell allegedly suffered at the hands of Brian Peck. Shocked by the revelations, Summers decided to walk out of the interview, only to later find out that his positive comments about Nickelodeon were still included in the show.
The former “Double Dare” host emphasized that he had never met Schneider, as his time at Nickelodeon had concluded before Schneider’s arrival. Despite being portrayed as knowledgeable in the documentary, Summers clarified that he had no personal interactions with the individuals involved in the allegations.
As the controversy surrounding the documentary continues to unfold, producers of “Quiet On Set” have yet to respond to the situation. The fifth episode, titled “Breaking the Silence,” is set to feature former Nickelodeon child stars, including Drake Bell, airing on April 7 on ID. Additionally, viewers can catch the entirety of Summers’ interview on the “Elvis Duran and the Morning Show” YouTube channel.