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In this clip, actor Todd Bridges discussed his time working with colleague Dana Plato on the popular 80s show 'Diff'rent Strokes,' and uncovered some harsh truths about the troubled actress's life. He shared that Plato was fired from the show for being an unwed, pregnant woman, a decision reflective of the moral standards of the time. While Plato attempted to continue working in B-movies and even adult films, Bridges revealed she struggled with substance abuse throughout her career. He also recounted Plato’s tragic accidental overdose following a fraught interview on the Howard Stern Show. Throughout the discussion, Bridges lamented the harrowing experiences of child actors, including himself, in Hollywood, highlighting the industry's role in exacerbating his and Plato's personal issues. He also touched upon his own experiences with recovery and drew attention to the racial disparities in Hollywood's handling of substance abuse.
