Giovonnie Samuels, known for her role on Nickelodeon’s “All That,” reflects on her experience as a child actor amid recent revelations of mistreatment and abuse in the industry. Despite the joy of entertaining on-screen, she recalls enduring uncomfortable situations and feeling tokenized as the only Black girl on the show. The documentary “Quiet on Set” sheds light on the darker side of children’s TV, including allegations of abuse and misconduct. Samuels shares her story of navigating the challenges of the industry and finding resilience in her career as an actress and producer. She now aims to advocate for change through her work, including launching a podcast called “The Tokens.”
