Like many child actors,Jennette McCurdyhad a horrible experience working under Dan Schneider.

She continued, “It still gives my nervous system a reaction to say it.

There were cases where people had the best intentions and maybe didn’t know what they were doing.

Jennette McCurdy talking

And also cases where they did they knew exactly what they were doing.”

They also noted that the executive’s reputation was tarnished by his questionable treatment of child actors.

The Nickelodeon alum reflected on the other manipulation tactics The Creator employed with his child actors too.

Jennette McCurdy at a red carpet

“You’re his favorite.

I like being his favorite for now.

I feel like I’m doing something right,” (viaVanity Fair).

Jennette McCurdy posing with Ariana Grande

McCurdy felt envious of Grande’s accolades and experiences because she knew her achievements couldn’t compare.

As a result,McCurdy was thrilled when “Sam & Cat” got canceled.

Naturally, the former child actor declined.

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