In a recent appearance on the "Meghan McCain Has Entered the Chat" podcast, former Nickelodeon child actress Melissa Joan Hart expressed her strong support for fellow stars who have come forward with allegations of sexual abuse and harassment against some executives at the network.

Hart, known for her role in "Clarissa Explains It All," from 1991 to 1994, emphasized her belief in the individuals who shared their stories during Investigation Discovery's docuseries, "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV." While Hart admitted that she hadn't seen the documentary, she expressed her intention to watch it but cited being busy with other commitments.

The four-part docuseries features former Nickelodeon stars and crew members sharing their negative experiences working on various shows, some of which were overseen by Dan Schneider. Hart clarified that she had never heard any personal stories from Nickelodeon stars nor had anyone reached out to her regarding these situations. Despite this, she stated that she trusts and believes the individuals who have come forward with their allegations.

Hart shared her own experiences, noting that her time on the Nickelodeon set in Orlando from 1989 to 1994 was different from some of her colleagues' experiences in Hollywood. There were fewer executives present in Orlando, and she had a positive experience working alongside a supportive crew and cast members who became her close friends.

One of the explosive allegations featured in the documentary came from former Nickelodeon star Drake Bell, who spoke about the alleged sexual abuse he experienced at the hands of Brian Peck, a dialogue coach and actor frequently employed by Nickelodeon. Bell detailed a traumatic incident where he woke up to Peck assaulting him and expressed his confusion and helplessness in knowing how to respond.

Court documents shown in the documentary revealed that Peck was arrested in August 2003. He pleaded no contest and was sentenced to 16 months in jail along with being required to register as a sex offender.

In response to the allegations raised in the documentary, Nickelodeon released a statement to Fox News Digital. The network stated that while they cannot verify or deny allegations from past productions, they are committed to thoroughly investigating all formal complaints in order to foster a safe and professional workplace environment.

Nickelodeon emphasized their prioritization of the well-being and best interests of their employees, casts, crews, and children involved in their productions. Over the years, they have implemented numerous safeguards to uphold their high standards and meet the expectations of their audience.

Melissa Joan Hart's support for those who have come forward with abuse allegations has added to the growing dialogue surrounding the need for accountability and the creation of safer environments in the entertainment industry.