A viral video has sparked widespread concern after former Nickelodeon actor Tylor Chase was seen living on the streets of Riverside, California.
Chase, now 36, is best known for his role as Martin Qwerly on the popular teen series Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide, which aired between 2004 and 2007.
The footage, first shared online in September, shows the former child star looking visibly unkempt as he spoke briefly with a fan who recognised him.
During the interaction, Chase confirmed his identity and recalled his time on the Nickelodeon show, correcting the fan who initially thought he appeared on Disney Channel.
The clip has since circulated widely on social media, prompting emotional reactions from viewers.
“This actually breaks my heart,” one fan tweeted in response to the troubling clip.
“This made me so sad,” someone else said.
Another person wrote, “The Hollywood industry is sick.”
Other internet users criticised the fellow who filmed Chase.
“Why would you record him unless it’s to try and get him help? Shame on you,” an X user tweeted.
Watch the video below …
🇺🇸 FROM CHILD STAR TO HOMELESS IN CALIFORNIA – THE TYLER CHASE STORY
Tyler Chase, who played Martin on Nickelodeon’s Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide, was recently spotted homeless in California.
In a viral street clip, he calmly explains he was on Nickelodeon and even… pic.twitter.com/ArPzugXqA0
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) December 21, 2025