Josh Peck Sets the Record Straight on Drake & Josh Wedding Snub

Ah yes, the tangled web of childhood fame and adult choices—who knew it could be so complicated? In a recent episode of his podcast “Good Guys,” Josh Peck unveiled the not-so-juicy reason behind his decision to exclude his fellow “Drake & Josh” cast members from his 2017 wedding. Spoiler alert: it’s not the drama between him and Drake Bell you might expect. Instead, he candidly expressed that he wanted to “leave it all behind,” feeling that the show had ceased to serve him as he transitioned into adulthood. At the ripe age of 38, Peck now reflects on his wedding guest list with regret, noting he would have loved to invite Drake and Miranda Cosgrove, who famously played their sassy little sister.

Interestingly, the one person from the show who did attend was none other than Dan Schneider—thanks to some clever matchmaking by Peck’s mom. This charming tidbit hints that the complexities of adult relationships often come down to familial ties. Peck elaborated that he and Drake were living in vastly different realities during that time, caught between nostalgia and unresolved tension from their past. Who could forget the since-deleted tweets from Drake, expressing his frustration upon learning of Josh’s nuptials?

In previous interviews, Josh has maintained that he and Drake were hardly friends in the years following their Nickelodeon fame, but their recent reunion seems to suggest a new chapter. They reminisced about their sporadic meet-ups and acknowledged that they “should have been closer.” As they forge ahead, one can’t help but wonder if a brotherly hug is in order—or at least a solid text thread.

So here’s to rekindling friendships and navigating the murky waters of fame. After all, wouldn’t we all love a chance to rewrite our pasts?

Sources: Celebrity Storm