#112 | Drake Bell - Reacts to Josh Peck's BFFs Interview
Mar 23, 2022
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Drake Bell discusses landing his role on 'Drake and Josh', his relationship with Amanda Bynes, and why Josh Peck went after him on a recent podcast. He and his wife talk about starting a new podcast together and the challenges of working together. They share insights on navigating fame, miscommunications, and reflections on friendship.
Drake Bell values respect in relationships and strives for peaceful interactions with Josh Peck post disagreements.
Drake Bell opted for a simple courthouse wedding with Janet due to work commitments and a desire for intimacy.
Drake Bell navigates challenges of media scrutiny and false accusations while focusing on his music career.
Deep dives
Drake Bell's Perspective on The Relationship with Josh Peck
Drake Bell addresses the dynamics between him and Josh Peck, highlighting that they have had ups and downs in their friendship, alternating between spending a lot of time together and periods of not seeing each other. Despite disagreements and incidents, they have managed to hang out since the reported incident and even pitched a show together in 2019.
Insight into Drake Bell's Courthouse Wedding
Drake Bell shares details about his courthouse wedding with his wife Janet at a San Bernardino courthouse within a week they had free from work commitments. The intimate ceremony included 15 people, with close family members and friends present. Bell explains that the decision to have a quick and low-key wedding was influenced by their busy work schedules and desire for an intimate celebration.
Respectful Approach to Resolving Issues with Josh Peck
Drake expresses a desire for a positive relationship with Josh Peck, emphasizing the importance of maintaining respect and civility, expressing a willingness to move forward peacefully. Despite differences and misunderstandings, Drake highlights moments of continued communication, including discussions about significant life events like the birth of his baby, showcasing a willingness to engage in amicable interactions.
Drake's Childhood Dream of Emulating Comedic Duos
Drake Bell reflects on his childhood dream of emulating comedic duos like Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin. Despite initially not finding newer comedy as exciting, during 'Drake and Josh', he envisioned himself and Josh Peck becoming a modern duo akin to Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis. However, Josh Peck's focus shifted towards dramatic roles after succeeding in 'The Wackness'. Drake Bell expresses a preference for lighter comedy, revealing some regrets in their friendship dynamics during their shared struggles.
Navigating False Media Reports and Celebrity Life
Drake Bell discusses facing inaccurate media reports, including false accusations of being a registered sex offender. He addresses the challenges of dealing with sensationalized news stories and clickbait headlines that misrepresent him. Despite encountering viral misinformation, Drake aims to focus on his music career while enduring public scrutiny, emphasizing the importance of creating and performing amidst media noise and public opinions.
Drake Bell and his wife Janet stopped by the "Hollywood Raw podcast with Dax Holt and Adam Glyn" to talk about how he landed his lifechanging role on 'Drake and Josh', where he currently stands with his old co-star Amanda Bynes and why he thinks Josh Peck went after him so hard during a recent interview with Dave Portnoy and Josh Richards on the BFFs podcast. Drake and Janet went on to talk about their new podcast and the challenges of doing a podcast with someone you are around 24/7.
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