The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Josh Peck: The "Drake & Josh" Child Star Opens Up + Shares The Truth Behind His 127lb Weight Loss!
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Apr 13, 2023 Joining the conversation is Josh Peck, beloved as Josh from 'Drake & Josh.' He shares his journey from childhood stardom and poverty to success in comedy and social media. Josh opens up about his inspiring 127-pound weight loss, exploring the emotional weight that accompanied it. He reflects on family dynamics and the coping mechanisms formed in his youth, highlighting the pivotal role of humor. Through candid discussions, he emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the need for personal growth amidst external validation.
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Early Childhood
- Josh Peck grew up in poverty with a single mother and never met his father.
- His mother framed his birth as a "surprise, not an accident," despite his father's absence.
Mother-Son Partnership
- Josh Peck's relationship with his mother was more of a partnership than a traditional parent-child dynamic.
- This was due to their circumstances as a single-parent, only-child household.
Food as Medication
- Josh Peck used food as a coping mechanism for his emotional pain.
- He viewed sitcoms and comedy as both an escape and a medicinal form of relief.