Dan Schneider has recently been in the news due to allegations of abuse and mistreatment of actors on his Nickelodeon shows. Former Nickelodeon actress Lori Beth Denberg stated that Nickelodeon executives were aware of Schneider's behavior but failed to protect the actors. Schneider's lawyers have refuted these claims, calling a documentary that portrayed him as a "child sexual abuser" a "hit job."
Daniel Schneider, born on January 14, 1966, is an American television producer, screenwriter, and actor. He began his career as an actor in the 1980s and 1990s before transitioning to behind-the-scenes work. Schneider is best known for creating and producing numerous hit Nickelodeon shows, including "Drake & Josh," "iCarly," and "Victorious." His work in children's television has garnered both praise and criticism over the years.