Nicole Eggert Reveals ‘Highly Damaging’ Alleged Sexual Abuse by ‘Charles in Charge’ Co-star Scott Baio
Former child star Nicole Eggert recently opened up about the alleged sexual abuse she experienced at the hands of her
Nik Richie
Former child star Nicole Eggert recently opened up about the alleged sexual abuse she experienced at the hands of her co-star Scott Baio during their time on the 80s sitcom Charles in Charge. Eggert, now 51, claims that losing her virginity to Baio as a minor had a profoundly negative impact on her life, causing immense emotional harm.
In January 2018, Eggert publicly accused Baio, who is 62 years old, of sexual assault when she was still a minor. Baio vehemently denied the allegations, and the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office declined to press charges, citing an expired statute of limitations.
During a recent interview on the FACTZ Podcast with host Nik Richie, Eggert discussed various topics, including her experiences with dating, motherhood, and growing up in Hollywood. Richie cautiously broached the sensitive subject of Eggert’s first sexual encounter, revealing that she had confided in him previously about it involving Baio during their time on Charles in Charge.
Acknowledging Richie’s calculations that she was still a minor at the time, Eggert nodded in agreement, describing the encounter as “highly illegal” and emphasizing the lasting damage it caused. The former Baywatch star explained that talking about her alleged abuse by Baio was further complicated by the widespread assumption that they had dated.
Throughout her life, Eggert had to repeatedly deny the dating rumors, asserting that the reality was far darker than anyone realized. She revealed that there was an atmosphere of abuse on the set of Charles in Charge, and many people were aware of the troubling situation.
Eggert’s candid revelations have shed light on the harrowing experiences she endured during her time as a child star. Her courage in speaking out against alleged abuse serves as an important reminder of the ongoing need for awareness and support for those who have faced such traumatic experiences in the entertainment industry.