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Express Tribune
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Former Nickelodeon star Josh Peck makes surprise cameo in 'The Last of Us'
Actor Josh Peck made an unexpected appearance in the latest episode of HBO's The Last of Us, portraying a FEDRA officer during a flashback to 2018. Best known for his Nickelodeon roots in Drake & Josh, Peck's cameo marks a brief yet memorable addition to the series, set years before the main events of Season 1. Episode 4 of Season 2 opens in pre-outbreak Seattle, following militia leader Isaac, played by Jeffrey Wright, during his time serving FEDRA. Peck plays one of Isaac's colleagues, casually recounting a crackdown on a group of dissenters ironically referred to as "voters". His short performance captures the harsh militarised mindset of FEDRA during its early years of power. While Peck's appearance was not publicised ahead of the episode, he hinted at his involvement via TikTok a week earlier, teasing viewers with, 'Oh and I'm officially allowed to say, episode 4, let's just say, you're not ready.' @joshpeck #MaxPartnerThe Last of Us Season 2 is some of the best TV ever. If you're not watching, what are ya nuts?! Oh and I'm officially allowed to say, episode 4, let's just say, you're not ready. @Max @HBO #thelastofus ♬ original sound - Josh Peck Following the episode's broadcast, Peck shared behind-the-scenes photos with Wright and the rest of the cast and crew on Instagram and wrote: 'Man, this was a tough secret to keep. It was an honour to play a small part in one of my favourite shows, with one of my favourite actors ever. Josh Peck rose to fame in the early 2000s and has since transitioned into adult roles across television and film, including appearances in Oppenheimer, How I Met Your Father, and Turner & Hooch. His brief role in The Last of Us adds to the show's tradition of featuring unexpected but resonant cameos.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Former Nickelodeon Star Shocks in Surprise Cameo on 'The Last of Us'
Over the course of a season and a half, The Last of Us has brought an incredible caliber of names into its apocalyptic wasteland, ranging from Nick Offerman to Melanie Lynskey to Catherine O'Hara. But the HBO drama took a step out of the ordinary in this week's episode, as actor Josh Peck made a suprise cameo in the opening minutes. Episode 4 of Season 2 opened with a flashback to 2018 in Seattle. In it, we get our first glimpse at militia leader Isaac (Jeffrey Wright), then working for FEDRA. Alongside Isaac are a gaggle of men decked out in SWAT uniforms. That includes Peck's character, who eagerly regales his co-workers with a story of a FEDRA thug who cracked down on a group of "voters" (their ironic nickname for disenfranchised citizens) disseminating pamphlets. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 FEDRA, AKA the Federal Disaster Response Agency, is a fictional agency of the U.S. government tasked with responding to disasters and emergencies. When the 2003 corydceps outbreak first ravaged the world, FEDRA took charge of the government, setting up "quarantine zones" in major metropolitan areas. The first season of The Last of Us took us into 2023 when FEDRA still had an iron grip on the "QZs," imposing martial law and being accused of fascist behavior. Even though this scene takes place five years earlier – and on the exact opposite side of the country from where Season 1 began – it, and Peck's character's temperament, serve as a firm reminder of FEDRA's unchecked power. In his brief time on screen, Peck gloats about the authority they're able to exercise, and many of his cohorts laugh and join in on the "bro-ing down" in support. Related: Josh Peck started his career as a child actor, appearing in the film Snow Day and The Amanda Show. His big breakthrough came with his next Nickelodeon series, Drake & Josh. Starring alongside fellow Amanda Show veteran Drake Bell, the comedy ran from 2004 to 2007, making it one of Nick's most successful sitcoms. Peck went on to star in shows like Grandfathered, How I Met Your Father and Turner & Hooch, and recently made a cameo in the Oscar-winning Oppenheimer. While Peck's appearance on The Last of Us was previously unannounced, the actor has made his fandom of the series known. Last week, he posted a TikTok sketch, simulating a therapy session in the wake of the tragic and shocking death of series protagonist Joel (Pedro Pascal). And, in that video, the actor actually alluded to the fact that he would be appearing on our screens soon, writing, "Oh and I'm officially allowed to say, episode 4, let's just say, you're not ready." Unfortunately, Peck's escapades on The Last of Us were evidently one and done. The cold open ended up serving as the backstory for Isaac's defection from FEDRA and joining the "voters" in the resistance Washington Liberation Front. As his formal act of rebellion, Isaac proceeds to toss two live grenades into the FEDRA truck, then locks the doors. Save one person, who follows him into the WLF, everyone else is brutally killed, including Peck's character. With the world essentially ending in 2003, The Last of Us has much of its set decoration and aesthetic frozen in a period of nostalgia. And they just showcased that in a major way by cameoing – and killing off – a millennial fan-favorite actor.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Josh Peck's Net Worth In 2025 From Nickelodeon to Big Bucks
Josh Peck's in 2025 is enough to let him maintain his lifestyle, choose projects that excite him and relax a bit in between, and that's exactly how he likes it. "I'm uniquely lucky because my purpose is the thing that I love and can also financially sustain me," the actor, podcaster and YouTube star previously told Parade. Wise words from The Wackness co-star are part of what Peck says keeps him both grounded and successful in a world where child stars often struggle not just to keep working as adults, but also to find their own senses of self and healthy coping mechanisms. "I was asking him for advice and I thought he was going to tell me these secrets to being a movie star," Peck recalled. "But what he told me was, 'Find your apostles. Surround yourself with people who make you better.' Since then, I've lived by that advice." It's worked spectacularly: From Nickelodeon to an Oscar-winning juggernaut, find out how Peck became famous and how much he's worth today. Related: Born Nov. 10, 1986 in New York City, Peck grew up in the Big Apple and attended the Professional Performing Arts School. He began working as a child, performing standup comedy and appearing on The Rosie O'Donnell Show when he was just 10 years old. At 13, he was cast alongside on The Amanda Show, and he and his mother moved to Los Angeles to pursue his career further. He remained on The Amanda Show until its 2002 cancellation, but worked other jobs during that time as well. In 2000, Peck made his movie debut in the family comedy Snow Day, and in 2001 starred in Max Keeble's Big Move and guest-starred on network drama E.R. and appeared in several indies. Peck became a household name in 2004 when he landed the Nickelodeon series Drake & Josh with , but it was a mixed bag for him emotionally: While he became financially secure and super successful, he worried about getting typecast because of his weight at the time. "On the one hand, I was getting to perform my favorite kind of comedy on a network I dreamed of being on, but on the other hand I was introducing myself to the world in a body I didn't want to be in," he previously confessed to Parade. "People are used to a big, funny guy. It's synonymous with the wrapping on your favorite candy bar. It brings people pleasure and they get used to it." Peck recalled being told he'd be the next or , but the idea didn't thrill him. "Those guys are geniuses and I would be happy to have one-tenth of the careers that they've had," he said. "But people weren't comparing me to their talent; they were comparing me to their girth." Peck went on a weight loss journey when he was 16, dropping more than 70 pounds in 18 months, but still struggled with self-esteem, leading him to battle substance abuse and addiction. Thankfully, he got sober thanks to Alcoholics Anonymous and has continued to thrive. Related: According to Celebrity Net Worth, Josh Peck's net worth in 2025 is estimated at about $6 million. By "royalties," you likely actually mean "residuals." And no, he doesn't: He told Trade Secrets that there "are no residuals on kids' television." That said, when the show ended, he still got some pay for a time. He explained, "It was like we had 18 months of runway, you know. It's as though someone had lost their job." Related: Peck revealed on the Trade Secrets podcast that he made about $15,000 per episode of Drake & Josh. "You live with about $450,000 over five years, which breaks down to a little less than $100,000 a year—now, certainly a great amount of money, but not enough to set you up for life," he said of his payday for the Nickelodeon series. "And a lot of it, we lived on, and I'm not gonna brag: My mom and I had a used BMW 5 series. We lived in a two-bedroom apartment with amenities." With an estimated net worth of $6 million, Peck is plenty wealthy. Related: After Drake & Josh ended, Peck continued acting, including on other Nickelodeon shows like iCarly and Victorious as Josh Nichols. He's a prolific voice actor, providing his pipes for Eddie in the Ice Age franchise, Casey Jones in the 2013-2017 iteration of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series and more. In terms of live-action projects, Peck starred in Grandfathered alongside , How I Met Your Father and the Disney+ TV adaptation of Turner & Hooch. He's also guest-starred in Fuller House and Pitch and appeared in the ensemble drama Oppenheimer, among other movies, and starred in the Netflix musical comedy 13. In 2022, Peck released his memoir Happy People Are Annoying. Peck is also an influencer on Instagram, creating sponsored content for mega-brands like HBO, Enfamil and Babylist, as well as on YouTube, where he boasts more than 3.4 million subscribers. He co-hosts the Good Guys podcast with comedian Ben Soffer and previously hosted Curious With Josh Peck. Related: Peck's payday for Oppenheimer isn't publicly known, but it's safe to say the prestige from that movie may pay off in its overall impact on his resume—and he said so himself, though not in so many words. Peck played real-life Manhattan Project scientist Kenneth Bainbridge in the film, which won a slew of Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director for Nolan, Best Actor for and Best Supporting Actor for . He previously told Parade that working alongside Murphy and in the critically lauded historical drama was a "masterclass." "I love being around people who are operating at a high level so I can basically steal from them," he said. "I'm trying to figure out all their cheat codes and their hacks, so getting to just watch these greats operate at that high level was an honor. And I'm very proud to be a part of it. Any time I have an opportunity to work with someone like that who I really look up to, I run at it." Up Next:
Buzz Feed
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Pick Between These Iconic Nickelodeon Shows And We'll Reveal Your One True Fave!
Think you're the ultimate Nickelodeon fan? From SpongeBob to Drake & Josh, Avatar to iCarly, it's time to make the tough choices. In this head-to-head showdown, you'll pick between iconic Nick shows until only one remains—and we'll reveal your one true favorite!
USA Today
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Drake Bell reminisces on former Nick co-star Amanda Bynes: A 'dynamite force of nature'
Drake Bell reminisces on former Nick co-star Amanda Bynes: A 'dynamite force of nature' Before it was "Drake & Josh," it was Drake and Amanda. Former Nickelodeon star Drake Bell, who reunited with co-star Josh Peck earlier this week for a candid interview, reminisced on his relationship with fellow Nick alum Amanda Bynes. Prior to his starring role on the buddy sitcom "Drake & Josh," Bell co-starred with Bynes on her sketch comedy series, "The Amanda Show," which ran from 1999-2002 (Peck also appeared on various episodes). On Thursday's episode of the "Good Guys" podcast, Bell fondly recalled Bynes' charisma as a young performer, likening her to Jennifer Aniston's breakout "Friends" character Rachel Green. "She was the biggest thing on the planet to me," he said. "All I've ever experienced with Amanda was just like this dynamite force of nature when it comes to talent," Bell told Peck. "Watching her was like watching Carol Burnett, was like watching Tracey Ullman." After her time on Nick, Bynes starred in The WB sitcom "What I Like About You" alongside Jennie Garth, as well as hit films such as "She's The Man," "Hairspray" and "Easy A." However, after taking a hiatus from the entertainment industry in 2010, Bynes began making headlines for her personal struggles. In 2013, Bynes was placed on a psychiatric hold after having a public breakdown that included a series of legal troubles and outlandish appearances. Her mother was then granted a conservatorship over the actress, which remained in place until 2022. Bynes was reportedly placed on a 72-hour psychiatric hold in 2023 following a cancelled appearance at the pop culture convention 90s Con. When asked if he's stayed in touch with Bynes over the years, Bell revealed the former child actors reconnected via text message around 2017 after Bell had seen media coverage of Bynes. Peck added that he runs into the "What a Girl Wants" star "every two to three years." "She's just the greatest. She was great then, she remains great, and such a good person," Peck continued. She "obviously has had some public struggles, but I just think she's got one of the great hearts and great skills, great talents of anyone there is." Drake Bell and Josh Peck reunite: Actors break silence on friendship status, Nickelodeon trauma The first part of Bell and Peck's conversation explored the pair's friendship and the Investigation Discovery documentary "Quiet on Set." The docuseries, which aired last year, prompted calls for better protections for child actors after revealing stories of alleged misconduct at Nickelodeon. The biggest revelation was Bell's allegation that dialogue coach Brian Peck, who he worked with on "The Amanda Show," sexually assaulted him when he was 15. Reflecting on the evolution of their relationship, Bell said his tight-knit bond with Peck began to suffer amid the situation with Brian Peck. The actor revealed in "Quiet on Set" that he participated in an investigation leading to Brian's arrest on a charge of lewd acts with a child. He was convicted in 2004. "I had to come back to working with my partner going, 'I've got all this stuff that nobody knows about that's going on. Is this going to hurt our show? When this drops, is Josh going to look at me and be like, Bro, you took our dream away. Are we going to lose our show?'" Bell said. At a certain point, though, Peck said he felt the friendship with Bell started "coming back." Bell summed up their relationship as having its ups and downs, saying there were "times when we hung out a lot and were close" and times when they weren't. Contributing: Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY
