‘Camp Rock’ Stars Demi Lovato and Alyson Stoner Went to Rehab as Teenagers — but for Different Reasons
Camp Rock made Demi Lovato and Alyson Stoner stars in the Disney universe, and both went on to develop impressive careers. But their time in the entertainment industry hasn’t been without challenges.
Both Lovato and Stone went to rehab shortly after Camp Rock 2‘s release in 2010, albeit for different reasons. And both stars have suggested they had a difficult experience on the set of the Disney sequel.
Demi Lovato went to rehab in 2010 for drug use
Along with Camp Rock 2‘s release, Lovato and the Jonas Brothers toured together, promoting the film and their music. However, in November 2010, she dropped out of the tour following an incident involving a backup dancer. Lovato then entered a rehab facility for the first time.
When she left treatment, the artist opened up about what led her to seek help. While there were multiple reasons, the press fixated on her drug and alcohol use, as well as her bipolar disorder diagnosis. At the time, Lovato was just 18 years old. She left the Disney Channel to focus on her music career.
Why did Alyson Stoner go to rehab?
Alyson Stoner began acting on the Disney Channel even before Demi Lovato. She broke out with Mike’s Super Short Show before making her way to The Suite Life of Zack and Cody and Phineas and Ferb. Stoner also had a breakthrough performance in a Missy Elliott music video.
Stoner later opened up about her own rehab experience in 2011, when she was 17. “I’m not here for drugs or alcohol,” Stoner said of her experience in a video shared on her YouTube channel in April 2021. “I’m here because I’m at least 20 pounds underweight and I’m daring to believe that my health matters, even if it feels like I’m the only advocate for it.”
Demi Lovato and Alyson Stoner have hinted at problems on the ‘Camp Rock’ set
Lovato and Stoner starred in the 2008 Disney Channel Original Movie Camp Rock. The former portrays Mitchie, a teenage girl who attends a musical summer camp. Though they clash at times, she befriends Alyson Stoner’s Caitlyn, a fellow camper who keeps her secret.
The movie was such a success for the network that it ordered a sequel, titled Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam. Lovato and Stoner reprised their roles as Mitchie and Caitlyn. This time, they’re up against a rival camp, Camp Star. The film debuted in September 2010 and once again was a hit for Disney Channel.
Stoner and Lovato’s experiences aren’t that much different — both were dealing with eating disorders, and both faced severe exhaustion from working too hard for too long. Additionally, both have mentioned negative experiences on the Camp Rock set — something Stoner wants to talk about.
When a Twitter user suggested that Stoner and Lovato, who don’t appear to have remained in contact, share what happened behind the scenes, the former responded she “would deeply appreciate this.” She added it “could be healing on many fronts. But we also should have a round table with all of us.”
How to get help: In the U.S., contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration helpline at 1-800-662-4357.
How to get help: In the U.S. call the National Eating Disorders Association helpline at 1-800-931-2237.
