Archive · 6 Jan 2026
Former Disney Star Accuses Universal of Firing Him for Reporting Suspected Pedophile
Steven Anthony Lawrence, who played 'Beans' in the Disney show 'Even Stevens', says he was fired from Universal Studios Hollywood.
He thinks it's because he told his bosses about someone who might be a pedophile.
Universal says they looked into it and found no truth to his claims.
Lawrence is warning parents not to take their kids to Universal Studios because of what he knows.
Steven Anthony Lawrence, known for his role in 'Even Stevens', alleges he was fired from Universal Studios Hollywood for reporting a suspected pedophile.
Lawrence posted about his departure on Instagram, expressing his love for his job but concern for safety.
He warned parents not to take their kids to Universal Studios Hollywood based on his knowledge.
Universal Studios Hollywood responded by stating they conducted a full investigation and found the allegations to be 'inaccurate and without merit'.
Lawrence did not provide specific details about the alleged incident or his exact role at the theme park.
- Who
- Steven Anthony Lawrence, former Disney actor and Universal Studios employee
- What
- Allegations of being fired for reporting a suspected pedophile at Universal Studios
- When
- Recently, with the announcement made over the weekend
- Where
- Universal Studios Hollywood, Los Angeles
- Why
- Lawrence claims he was fired after raising concerns about a suspected pedophile
- Actor's Name
- Steven Anthony Lawrence
- Former Disney Role
- Bernard 'Beans' Aranguren in 'Even Stevens'
- Current Employer
- Universal Studios Hollywood
- Allegation
- Fired for reporting a suspected pedophile
- Universal's Response
- Denied allegations, stated investigation found claims 'inaccurate and without merit'