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Jennifer Tedmori Says Residual Checks Total Just $30

8/18/2026

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Child actress Jennifer Tedmori said she receives penny residual checks, earning $8.63 from “Ned’s Declassified” and $21.43 from “90210,” which are too low for electronic deposit.
She must cash the checks in person and suggested actors pool such pennies into a charity fund.
She warned that many former child stars face mental-health issues from lacking life skills and financial stability, and announced a social-media series to expose those hidden costs.

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Child actress Jennifer Tedmori said she receives penny residual checks, earning $8.63 from “Ned’s Declassified” and $21.43 from “90210,” which are too low for electronic deposit.
She must cash the checks in person and suggested actors pool such pennies into a charity fund.
She warned that many former child stars face mental-health issues from lacking life skills and financial stability, and announced a social-media series to expose those hidden costs.