This Child Star Was Found Homeless & Now Sleeps on His Mom’s Porch What Happened to Him?

Once a familiar face to millions of young viewers, former Nickelodeon actor Tylor Chase is now at the center of a heartbreaking story that has shocked fans and reignited conversations about child stardom, addiction, and mental health in America.

Chase, best known for his role on Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide, rose to fame at a young age. Today, at 36, he is homeless in Riverside, California, struggling with substance abuse and ongoing mental health challenges. Viral videos showing him disoriented and wandering the streets during late December 2025 sparked widespread concern and ultimately led to emergency intervention.

The former child star seen standing outside in a video posted on December 24, 2025 | Source: YouTube/New York Post

A Christmas Day Crisis

On December 25, 2025, following pressure from friends and local advocates, Chase was evaluated by a mental health crisis team in Riverside. Medical professionals placed him under a 72-hour psychiatric hold, determining he required immediate care. Plans were made to transition him into a rehabilitation facility, but logistical and legal barriers prevented a long-term placement.

After his release, Chase was again seen on the streets, underscoring the limits of short-term intervention when long-term treatment is unavailable or declined. California law largely requires voluntary participation in extended care unless strict criteria are met, a reality that continues to frustrate families and first responders alike.

Police Say They Can’t Force Tylor Chase Into Treatment Because of the Laws https://t.co/7UC3lyduK3 pic.twitter.com/wlk5Z7noE3

— TMZ (@TMZ) December 30, 2025

Family, Friends, and Failed Rescue Attempts

Behind the scenes, loved ones and former co-stars attempted to help. Video calls with relatives were arranged, and at one point, a former Nickelodeon colleague paid for a motel room to get Chase off the streets. The effort failed within hours, mirroring earlier unsuccessful attempts to stabilize his situation.

Chase has also had multiple encounters with Riverside police since 2023, mostly for misdemeanor shoplifting. Authorities confirmed there were no active warrants at the time the viral footage surfaced.

Riverside Police Chief says homeless former Nickelodeon star Tylor Chase can only receive help if he agrees to it.

“What we’re seeing play out with Tylor is, unfortunately, something we see every day, not just in Riverside, but across California.

From the videos circulating… pic.twitter.com/9Bv31dvwrz

— Oli London (@OliLondonTV) December 31, 2025

Sleeping on His Mother’s Porch

Perhaps the most painful detail is that Chase has reportedly been sleeping on the porch of his mother’s home, concealed behind plywood. His mother, Paula Moisio, described the porch as a “safe space” but made clear that money would not solve the problem. A GoFundMe campaign raising over $1,200 was quickly shut down by her, insisting her son needs medical treatment, not cash.

A Story Bigger Than One Star

Former child actor Shaun Weiss has publicly supported Chase, stressing that real recovery requires weeks of structured care, not days. Public reaction online has been overwhelming, with many calling the situation a systemic failure rather than a personal one.

Tylor Chase’s story is a stark reminder that fame offers no immunity from addiction, mental illness, or homelessness—and that when the spotlight fades, too often, the safety net disappears.