Alyson Stoner Reveals Demi Lovato's Aggressive Behavior on Set of Camp Rock

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Former Disney star Alyson Stoner, 32, has written in their memoir, Semi-Well-Adjusted Despite Literally Everything, about the intense pressure and criticism they faced from Demi Lovato's fans while working together on the Disney Channel's Camp Rock movies. Stoner, who identifies as non-binary, recalled how Lovato's behavior became increasingly erratic and unpredictable, often bordering on abusive. The cast, including the Jonas Brothers, witnessed Lovato's struggles with substance abuse and the subsequent mood swings, making it difficult for them to work with her.

Stoner shared that the cast and crew would often "bend the knee" to Lovato's demands, accepting the risk of becoming a target for her anger. They also received online death threats from Lovato's fanbase, with media outlets frequently featuring Lovato as the central figure in Stoner's interviews. After 14 years of not speaking to Lovato, the two reconnected in 2024 for Lovato's documentary, Child Star, where Lovato apologized for her behavior and expressed understanding for Stoner's struggles during that time.

Key Takeaways:

  • Alyson Stoner, 32, has written about their experience working with Demi Lovato on the Disney Channel's Camp Rock movies.
  • Stoner, who identifies as non-binary, faced intense pressure and criticism from Lovato's fans during this time.
  • Lovato's behavior became increasingly erratic and unpredictable, often bordering on abusive.
  • The cast and crew of Camp Rock would often "bend the knee" to Lovato's demands, fearing her anger.
  • Stoner received online death threats from Lovato's fanbase and was frequently featured in media outlets as the focus of Lovato's struggles.
  • After 14 years of not speaking, Lovato and Stoner reconnected in 2024 for Lovato's documentary, Child Star, where Lovato apologized for her behavior.
  • Lovato acknowledged her struggles with substance abuse and expressed understanding for Stoner's experiences during that time.
  • The Jonas Brothers, who worked with Lovato on the Camp Rock tour, also witnessed Lovato's difficulties with substance abuse.

Statistics:

  • 2008: The release year of the first Camp Rock movie.
  • 2010: The release year of the second Camp Rock movie and the year Lovato joined the Jonas Brothers' tour.
  • 2024: The release year of Lovato's documentary, Child Star.
  • 14 years: The amount of time Stoner and Lovato went without speaking after Camp Rock.
  • 2: The number of Camp Rock movies where Stoner and Lovato worked together.
  • 32: Alyson Stoner's current age.

Sources:

  • E! News: Stoner's candid confession about working with Lovato.
  • The Independent: Interview with Stoner about their experience working with Lovato.
  • Demi Lovato: Quotes from Lovato's documentary, Child Star.
  • Alyson Stoner's memoir, Semi-Well-Adjusted Despite Literally Everything.