Fans raised $1,207 to help former Nickelodeon star Tylor Chase, known from Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide. The funds provided him with a makeover, but concerns remain over his homelessness and mental health struggles.
Former Nickelodeon Star Tylor Chase Receives $1,207 Fundraiser Makeover Amid Homelessness Struggles
Fans of Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide were moved to action after learning about the difficult circumstances of Tylor Chase, the former child actor who played Martin Qwerly on the hit Nickelodeon series. Now 36 years old, Chase was recently discovered living on the streets of Los Angeles by influencer Citlalli Wilson, also known online as Lethal Lalli.
Wilson shared videos of Chase’s situation, which quickly went viral and inspired a fundraiser that collected $1,207 in donations. The campaign originally promised to provide Chase with housing, food, and essential resources. However, Wilson later revealed that most of the funds were used for what she described as a “refresh” — clothing, personal care, and small essentials.
In a series of emotional videos, Wilson documented the makeover. She bought Chase new jackets, jeans, boots, and a backpack, carefully selecting items based on his preferences. One touching scene showed her washing his hair on the sidewalk with bottled water before handing him clean clothes. Chase’s gratitude was clear as he said, “Thank you so much, these are so pretty.”
The heartfelt gesture sparked mixed reactions online. Many praised Wilson for treating Chase with dignity, while others questioned whether the fundraiser truly addressed his long-term needs, especially housing and medical support.
Concerns grew after a source close to Chase revealed that he struggles with bipolar disorder, often loses personal items like phones, and refuses medical treatment. The source emphasized that medical help, not money, would be more beneficial for his recovery — but acknowledged his reluctance to accept it.
Chase himself has spoken openly in past YouTube videos about his mental health battles. Fans speculate that his illness contributed to drug use, financial instability, and eventually homelessness.
For many who grew up watching Ned’s Declassified, seeing Chase in this state has been heartbreaking. Some shared fond memories, calling him their “first TV crush,” while others reflected on the challenges former child actors face after early fame fades.
Despite differing opinions on the fundraiser, one thing remains clear: the story of Tylor Chase highlights the complex realities of mental health, homelessness, and the struggles of transitioning from childhood stardom to adult life.
While the $1,207 makeover provided him with dignity and temporary relief, fans continue to hope for a more stable and lasting solution for the beloved former Nickelodeon star.