Former Disney Star Alyson Stoner Reveals How Much Child Actors ACTUALLY Make | Networth & Chill

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Vivian sits down with Alyson Stoner, the multi-talented performer and advocate, to uncover the shocking financial realities behind childhood stardom. From dancing backup for Missy Elliott at age 6 to starring in Disney Channel Original Movies, Alyson's journey reveals the complex money management challenges that child actors face and the strategic decisions required to build lasting wealth beyond fleeting fame. Vivian explores Alyson's transition from Disney paychecks to financial independence, the harsh truths about how child star earnings actually work, and the investments and career pivots that helped secure their long-term financial stability. Whether you're curious about the entertainment industry's financial structure, interested in career reinvention strategies, or want to understand how former child stars navigate wealth building as adults, this episode offers eye-opening insights into surviving and thriving after early fame in Hollywood. Check out Alyson’s book S⁠emi-Well-Adjusted Despite Literally Everything: A Memoir⁠, OUT NOW https://static.macmillan.com/static/smp/semi-well-adjusted-9781250353498/ Keep up with Alyson on ⁠Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alysonstoner/ Follow the podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/networthandchillpod/ and TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@networthandchill Prefer listening on audio? Head to https://link.chtbl.com/g2iKsL6t to listen to Networth and Chill, wherever you get your podcasts! Got a financial question you want answered in a future episode? Email us at [email protected] About Me Your favorite Personal Finance & Investing Creator. Let’s talk about money, career, & getting rich. Learn more about my background in Finance on www.YourRichBFF.com and follow me for more smart money tips. https://www.instagram.com/your.richbff/ https://www.tiktok.com/@yourrichbff https://www.pinterest.com/YourRichBFF/ https://www.instagram.com/networthandchillpod/ 00:00 Allison's Shocking Money Realization 00:32 Meet Allison Stoner: Child Star to Advocate 02:07 First Paycheck and Early Industry Realities 04:59 Journey from Commercials to Stardom 05:24 Allison's Evolving Relationship with Money 11:03 Pressure and Identity as a Child Star 14:05 Family Dynamics and Financial Responsibility 16:27 Why Pursue Showbiz? Attention & Income Redefined 19:29 The Toll of Child Stardom 21:18 How Much Did Allison Actually Make? 24:12 Family, Money Losses & Financial Complications 27:00 Unpacking Showbiz Expenses 31:10 Entertainment Industry's Unseen Costs 37:12 Child Actors and Financial Protection 41:01 Frugality, Spending, and Finding Enough 44:01 Adulthood: Rebranding, Pressure & Attention Economy 47:09 Taking Care of Future Allison 49:16 How Hollywood Can Protect Child Stars 52:30 Diversifying Income and Looking Ahead 55:32 Final Thoughts & How To Stay Connected