Keke Palmer Compares Working on Disney Channel to Nickelodeon: “Disney Has a Way of Making You Want to Be a Part of It”

Keke Palmer Compares Working on Disney Channel to Nickelodeon: “Disney Has a Way of Making You Want to Be a Part of It”

As a seasoned gamer who’s navigated through countless digital worlds, I can certainly relate to Keke Palmer’s journey. Just like how each game offers unique experiences and environments, every production house has its own culture and vibe.


Keke Palmer is among a small group of actresses who made their initial breakthrough on both Nickelodeon and Disney Channel at the beginning of her career.

During an interview on “The Toast,” hosted by Claudia and Jackie Oshry, she discussed the distinct experiences she had working for two different networks as a child. She first gained prominence with her role in Nickelodeon’s “True Jackson, VP,” followed by a stint in Disney’s production of “Jump In!”.

Palmer remarked that Disney is exceptional not just in the storytelling shown on screen, but also in their storytelling through marketing and their employees. He explained, “Inside the company, people have pins and it’s like they’ve created a whole universe. I believe this sense of belonging adds to the magic, especially for children because the enchantment doesn’t stop there.” In simpler terms, he found Disney’s immersive storytelling experience, which continues even off-screen, particularly engaging, especially for kids since it makes them feel like they’re part of something magical.

Contrastingly, Nickelodeon offered competitive wages, as the actress from “Alice” pointed out, acknowledging nonetheless that it seemed slightly more impersonal compared to Disney. However, she added that both shared this characteristic due to being corporate entities.

She went on to say, “Disney has a knack for inspiring a sense of belonging. I can’t help but feel drawn here. It seems more than just a place to be; it’s an experience you want to be a part of. Nickelodeon, on the other hand, comes across as inviting you in for payment, not so much for excitement, except for that iconic slime.

Beyond her work with Disney and Nickelodeon, Palmer mentioned that films like “Barbershop II” and “Akeelah and the Bee” were significant in launching her career. Since then, she’s been featured or starred in productions such as “Nope”, “Hustlers”, “Scream Queens”, and “Bosses”, to name a few. Additionally, she has provided voiceovers for shows like “The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy”, “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder”, “Lightyear”, “Big Mouth”, “Winx Club” and others.

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2024-11-20 04:24