I spent the last months speaking with 30+ contestants, producers, and judges from "America's Next Top Model," in light of backlash against "ANTM" and Tyra Banks.
Here is what I found:
Several writers and crew members said Schneider created an uncomfortable, bizarre environment that he ruled over like a fiefdom. businessinsider.com/dan-schneider-…
Those on set said Schneider relished being "with the cool kids," in the words of a former crew member, often palling around with his teenage stars. businessinsider.com/dan-schneider-…
