“Behind the Bright Lights: The Hidden Struggles of Child Stars That Could Change Everything You Think About Fame”
Facial Hair = A Big No No
Youth, innocence, and the sense of being young forever are typically what a lot of child actors are asked to strive for while working for networks such as the Disney Channel. And that “fountain of youth” appearance means no facial hair, something that can be annoying for many actors.
Joe Jonas, for example, admitted to having to shave every day while working with the Mouse because he was supposed to be playing a young 16-year-old when he was pushing 20.
Disney Stars Aren’t Allowed To Experiment With Nail Polish
As it turns out, Disney has a lot of rules it makes its young stars follow. One of those rules is having the “Disney look” at all times. This means child actors aren’t allowed to experiment with any weird or quirky styles and are never allowed to paint their nails bright colors.
The only way young stars are able to color their nails is if it’s for a part they’re playing or if they’re a neutral color. Otherwise, they’re expected to have their nails short, clean, and void of any color.
They’re Trained For The Media
Being a child star isn’t easy, especially when thrown into the spotlight at such a young age. With cameras following them around, waiting for the tiniest mistake, it’s a lot for a child to take in. That’s why a lot of networks have mandatory media training for their young stars.
