Exclusive Revelation: Alyson Stoner Exposes Shocking Truth About Their Departure from a Beloved Children's Show!

Alyson Stoner recently discussed the impact of their identity on their career, revealing that employers labeled them as "unsafe" after publicly revealing their queerness. Stoner, 29, explained during a recent episode of the "I'm Literally Screaming" podcast that they made the decision to come out because they felt it was unfair to hide their relationship with their girlfriend at the time, despite the potential challenges and pressures of being open about their identity.

The actor from Camp Rock had discussions with their managers, including Kevin Jonas Sr., who is the father of the Jonas Brothers. They talked about the potential risks that could arise from living authentically in the public eye. While Jonas, 58, was understanding and supportive of their perspective, other members of the actor's team did not share the same sentiment.

“He provided me with support and guidance in recognizing the potential risks involved in my decision. He emphasized that it was ultimately my own choice, but cautioned that it could have an impact not only on how others perceive me, but also on my prospects for employment. Unfortunately, as a result of my disclosure about being queer, I did experience termination from a children's show. The producers deemed me as a safety concern and felt that I was no longer suitable to be in the presence of children."

“There was unquestionably discrimination present, but the positive aspects overshadowed the negative hate comments and death threats. It was both intimidating and empowering.”

The former cast member of "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody" chose not to disclose the specific TV show or network executives responsible for their departure. However, as a child and teenager, the individual from Ohio had a lengthy tenure working on both the Disney Channel and Nickelodeon.

Alyson Stoner attends the ‘Camp Rock’ Disney Channel TV Film Premiere on June 11, 2008 in New York City. Henry Lamb/Photowire/BEI/Shutterstock

Stoner made their breakthrough in 2001 on Disney's Mike's Super Short Show, and shortly after, they landed a prominent role in Missy Elliott's "Work It" music video. They went on to secure roles in popular projects such as the Cheaper by the Dozen franchise, Suite Life of Zack & Cody, That's So Raven, and Drake & Josh. Additionally, Stoner voiced the character of Isabella in Disney Channel's animated series Phineas and Ferb for its entire duration and played Channing Tatum's foster sibling in the 2006 film Step Up.

In March 2018, Stoner courageously came out as a member of the LBGTQIA+ community, sharing a heartfelt essay recounting their experience of falling in love with a woman for the first time.

"The question of whether she was simply a new friend or something more kept me awake with a mix of curiosity and apprehension. I made an effort to remain patient and suppress my emotions so that I could approach the situation objectively. Our connection didn't feel like just a sisterly bond or a platonic friendship," the actor from "Alice Upside Down" expressed in an article for Teen Vogue. "Moments of her smile gradually transformed into moments of admiring her wavy hair, and then noticing the curve of her hips in her straight-leg pants. It dawned on me that I had never fantasized about a guy in this way, nor had I ever truly felt comfortable dating them. In fact, I found myself gazing at women's bodies more often than anything else. But was this merely a result of societal expectations or the unattainable beauty standards that foster comparison and objectification? I adamantly refused to consider any other possibilities."