Dr. Drew Under Fire for Exploitative 2011 Interview with Teen

Courtney Stodden has resurfaced past controversial interview from 2011, where she was featured on 'Dr. Drew's Lifechangers' at the age of 16. During the appearance, Stodden, who was married to a much older actor, was subjected to a live breast ultrasound to verify their authenticity. She recently shared her feelings of sadness and exploitation regarding the segment.

Stodden stated that the money she received for appearing on the show was given to her alleged abuser. She expressed her distress at seeing herself as a "little girl being exploited by grown men and used for views and mockery." She directly questioned Dr. Drew's judgment, asking if he believed the experience was healthy or appropriate for a minor.

The public and fans have reacted with outrage to the resurfaced clip, questioning how such a segment was ever permitted. Many expressed disbelief at the segment's appropriateness and condemned the adults involved for failing Stodden. The incident has reignited discussions about media treatment of young individuals and the ethical responsibilities of television personalities.