Key facts
- Ted McGinley continues to receive residual checks for his past TV roles.
- McGinley's residual checks are often for one penny.
- Jodie Sweetin also reported receiving a one-cent residual check.
- Drake Bell stated that Nickelodeon does not pay residuals to child stars.
- Streaming services have impacted traditional residual payments for actors.
The traditional model of residual payments for actors, which provided income from reruns and syndication, has been significantly impacted by the rise of streaming services. Many actors are now receiving minimal or no residuals from their past work, leading to financial uncertainty and a reevaluation of compensation structures in the entertainment industry.