LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – Fans of former child star Drake Bell have expressed concern after the actor and musician was reported missing on Tuesday evening.
Bell, 36, best known for his role on the hit Nickelodeon series “Drake & Josh,” was last seen leaving his Los Angeles apartment on Tuesday morning, according to police reports.
Authorities have launched a search for Bell and are asking anyone with information on his whereabouts to come forward.
“We are doing everything we can to locate Mr. Bell and ensure his safety,” said LAPD Detective Joseph Ramirez. “We urge anyone who may have seen him or has any information about his disappearance to contact us immediately.”
Bell’s representatives have not yet released a statement on the matter, and it is unclear what may have led to his disappearance.
News of Bell’s disappearance has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with many of his former co-stars and colleagues taking to social media to express their concern.
“Praying for my brother Drake Bell. Please come home safe,” wrote actor Josh Peck, who co-starred with Bell on “Drake & Josh.”
Others, including actress Miranda Cosgrove and musician Post Malone, also shared messages of support and urged their followers to keep Bell in their thoughts.
Bell, who has also released several albums and toured as a musician, had recently been working on a new project, according to his social media accounts.
The news of his disappearance has left many fans hoping for his safe return, and a hashtag #FindDrakeBell has been circulating on social media.
“We are all praying for Drake and hoping for his safe return,” said one fan on Twitter. “He has brought so much joy to our lives over the years, and we just want him to know how much he is loved and missed.”
The LAPD is continuing to investigate the case and has not yet released any further information.
