Remember some actors who have participated in Disney Channel films and series and had problems with the law
In February, Disney Channel will close in Brazil, marking the end of the channel responsible for marking an entire generation. Throughout its history, the broadcaster has also helped to boost the careers of countless stars, such as Demi Lovato, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Jonas Brothers, Zendaya, Zac Efron and many others.
However, despite being a company that has always valued the good behavior of its artists, who would serve as an example for the children who followed the channel, the Disney Channel has also had some actors who ended up getting into trouble with the police. Find out!
1. Anneliese van der Pol
Playing Chelsea in “That’s So Raven”, the actress Anneliese van der Pol was charged by the police on July 10, 2006 in the city of Los Angeles, in the United States, for driving under the influence of alcohol. Anneliese She was sentenced to 36 months probation, fined $2,844 and required to participate in an alcohol education program.
2. Phil Lewis
Mr. Moseby from “Zack & Cody”, Phil Lewis He was arrested in 1991, when he was just 24 years old, after driving drunk and running over a 21-year-old girl, who died as a result of the accident. According to SEVENTEEN magazine, Phil He was sentenced to one year in jail, two years on probation and 350 hours of community service.
3. David Henry
Responsible for living Justin Russo, Alex’s older brother (Selena Gomez) in “Wizards of Waverly Place”, David Henry was charged by police in 2018 after taking a loaded gun to Los Angeles Airport. According to TMZ, the star did not serve time in the closed regime, but received a sentence of two years on probation, 20 days of community work, in addition to also having to pay fines and fees and participate in a weapons safety course.
4. Lindsay Lohan
Star of productions such as “Operation Cupid”, “Freaky Friday”, “Confessions of a Teenager in Crisis” and “Herbie, My Turbo Beetle”, lindsay lohan faced a series of problems with the law in the late 2000s. The actress has been charged in different years for driving under the influence of alcohol, possession of drugs, driving with an expired license, failure to comply with court orders, for allegedly stealing a cell phone and for assault.
5. Orlando Brown
In “That’s So Raven,” Orlando Brown played Eddie, Raven and Chelsea’s best friend. In 2016, the actor was arrested for attacking his girlfriend at the time and for possessing drugs in a quantity that could be classified as trafficking, according to information shared by UOL’s Tangerina portal. Furthermore, in 2011 and 2013, Orlando had also been fined for drunk driving.
6. Mitchel Musso
Star of “Pair of Kings”, “Phineas and Ferb” and “Hannah Montana”, where Oliver, Miley and Lily’s best friend, the actor, lived Mitchel Musso He was charged in 2011 for driving under the influence of alcohol while underage, given that, at the time, the star was 20 years old, while the age of majority in the United States is 21. Musso He was sentenced to three years’ probation and paid bail of $5,000.
7. Audrey Whitby
Participating in series such as “Sem Sentido!” and “Liv and Maddie”, the actress Audrey Whitby she was arrested alongside her friends in 2016 after participating in a demonstration following that year’s presidential elections. Audrey and his friends ended up being released moments later, receiving only a citation.
8. Adam Hicks
Being a known face on Disney Channel for having participated in titles such as “Zeke and Luther”, “Lemonade Mouth”, “Jonas” and “Par de Reis”, the actor Adam Hicks was arrested in 2018 for carrying out armed robberies alongside his girlfriend at the time, Danni Tamburoin addition to also being accused of attacking a lady. In 2021, the United States courts sentenced Adam to five years in prison.
9. Justin Martin
In the film “High School Musical 3: Senior Year”, Justin Martin plays Donnie Dion, best friend of Jimmy “Rocket” Zara. The actor was arrested for being involved in a shootout with police officers in July 2015, and was sentenced to 18 months in prison.
10. Dutch Whitlock
In “High School Musical” (2006), Dutch Whitlock Lives the skateboarder who stands out in the song “Stick to the Status Quo” because he wants to play the cello. In 2008, two years after his participation in the film, the actor was arrested for robbing a pizzeria while carrying a firearm.
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Source: Recreio
