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I Love You, You Hate Me 2022
A 2022 limited documentary television series, I Love You, You Hate Me, was directed by Tommy Avallone and produced by Trent Johnson. This documentary special follows the trajectory of Barney the Dinosaur, examining both his rise to fame and subsequent backlash. The program includes interviews with cast and crew from Barney & Friends and its predecessor, Barney & the Backyard Gang, providing personal perspectives on the Barney phenomenon. Additionally, the special incorporates viewpoints from fans and critics who have spoken out about the franchise. The limited series debuted on streaming platform Peacock on October 12, 2022.
Cast
- Bob Westoriginal voice of Barney
- David Joynera costume performer of Barney
- David Vossoriginal costume performer of Barney
- Dean Wendta voice actor of Barney
- Carey Stinsona costume performer of Barney
- Michaela Dietzoriginal voice of Riff
- Lauren Mayeuxa costume performer of Baby Bop
- Leah MontesLuci
- Rickey CarterDerek
- Pia HamiltonMin
- Hope CervantesTosha
- Sloan ColemanSVP
- Barney & Friendswriter
- Bob Singletonmusic director
- Lori Wendteducational researcher and consultant
- Steve Gomerdirector of Barney's Great Adventure
- Pat Reederwriter for Barney & the Backyard Gang
- Shelley C. Aubreydialogue coach
- Larry RifkinHead of programming
- Leora Rifkindaughter of Larry Rifkin
- Andrew Olsenfounder of the Barney History Fans website
- Jackson Gatesformer admin of Barney History Fans
- Sean Breenmember and leader of "The Jihad to Destroy Barney"
- Robert Curranfounder of the "I Hate Barney Secret Society"
- Travis FoxUniversity of Nebraska–Lincoln
- The Famous/San Diego Chicken (Ted Giannoulas)mascot
- Brenda LeeLos Angeles County Prosecutor
- Steve WhitmoreLos Angeles County Sheriff's Department
- Ken Fitzgeraldattorney
- Charles MittelstadtCriminal Defense Investigator
- Kim GoadDallas News Journalist
- Yalda T. UhlsDevelopmental Psychologist
- Brittany SpanosSenior Writer
- Calvin EdwardsPop Culture Expert
- Stefania Marghitu, PhdAsst
- David DushmanCurator
- Shannon Foley MartinezAnti-Hate Activist
- Steve Burnsoriginal host of Blue's Clues
- Bill Nyehost of Bill Nye the Science Guy
- Al RokerNBC anchor
Crew
- Director
- Tommy Avallone
- Producer
- Trent Johnson
- Executive producer
- Rob Eric, Joel Chiodi, David Collins, Michael Williams, Tommy Avallone, Raymond Esposito, Wendy Greene, Amy Goodman Kass
- Music
- Ah2 Music
Details
- Production
- Scout Productions
- Network
- Peacock
