In a candid and revealing interview, former Nickelodeon child star Tylor Chase has shared stark details about his current life, which he spends living on the streets of Riverside, California. Chase, best remembered for playing the character Martin Qwerly on the popular teen sitcom Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide, spoke openly about his circumstances, substance use, and the support system he relies on.
From TV Screens to Street Life: A Viral Revelation
The situation came to public attention after a video from September, showing Chase in distressed conditions behind a 7-Eleven store, went viral on social media earlier this month. In the clip, he was visibly struggling, wearing torn clothes with cuts and blisters on his hands and dirt under his fingernails. When asked about his past work, he calmly confirmed his role on Nickelodeon. According to a report by The New York Post on December 25, Chase recently gave a detailed interview, providing context to the viral footage.
Candid Confessions on Substance Use and Mental Health
During his interaction with the media outlet, Chase was remarkably open about his drug use. He listed the substances he consumes, starting with recreational marijuana. "I could use maybe a joint or a bong. Do you guys smoke weed?" he asked the interviewer. Beyond that, he disclosed a regimen of prescription medications.
He stated that he vapes and takes several pharmaceuticals, including Prozac, Adderall, Sudafed, Wellbutrin, and Zoloft. He claimed these were provided by a psychiatrist but added the surprising detail that he has not been formally diagnosed with any mental health condition.
Family Support and Future Plans
Despite his challenging situation, Chase emphasized that he does not identify as "homeless" and highlighted a strong network of support. He revealed that his mother lives nearby in Riverside and that he receives help from family, friends, and local charity services.
"I stay around here locally. My mom is here," Chase said. "I have a lot of good people helping me. It's not too shabby. A lot of people help out. It goes a long way." He also mentioned benefiting from a housing shelter assistance program and described receiving "graceful charity."
Looking ahead, the actor expressed a desire to relocate. He is considering moving to Georgia to stay with his father and explore housing support programs there. "I'm thinking that I would like to go see my dad, relatively shortly, in the state of Georgia," he told the outlet. "I have the whole setup to stay out there, a room out there hopefully ... Probably a housing assistance program in Georgia most likely."
The story of Tylor Chase serves as a poignant reminder of the difficult transitions some child actors face after their time in the spotlight, highlighting issues of mental health, substance use, and the importance of community support systems.
