A closer look at “Drake Bell Slams SAG-AFTRA After Losing Health Insurance: 'Do Not Become an Actor. Do Not ”, exactly as the source publishes it. Actor Drake Bell, known for the Nickelodeon series "Drake & Josh," is publicly criticizing SAG-AFTRA after discovering he no longer qualifies for the union's health insurance plan. On Tuesday, Bell shared a screenshot on Instagram from the SAG-AFTRA health plan website stating he did not meet the earnings threshold for coverage. In his post, he warned aspiring performers: "Do not become an actor.
Do not join SAG." Bell's situation highlights a persistent challenge for working actors: SAG-AFTRA health coverage is tied to minimum annual earnings from union-covered work. If an actor's income falls below the required threshold—often around $27,000—they lose eligibility. For mid-level actors like Bell, inconsistent work can lead to gaps in coverage even after years in the industry. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.