Investigation Discovery Continues To Uncover The Hidden Struggles, Scandals And Cost Of Fame In A Shocking Second Season Of Hollywood Demons Across Africa

Investigation Discovery (ID) brings South African viewers a gripping new season of Hollywood Demons, returning with explosive episodes that peel back the glossy façade of celebrity culture. South African audiences can catch the premiere on Friday, 22 May at 21:00 on ID (DStv 171), with a new two‑hour episode rolling out every Friday evening.

 

Across five new instalments, Hollywood Demons features rare, first‑hand accounts from former stars, insiders, and cultural commentators who unpack how fame can reshape identities, fracture relationships, and leave deep emotional scars. The series also includes expert insight from Dr Drew Pinsky and Emmy‑nominated journalist Simone Boyce, who contextualise the cultural and psychological forces behind these stories. This season explores notorious chapters in entertainment history, including The Jerry Springer Show, Saved by the Bell, 16 and Pregnant, and more.

 

Episode Highlights

Jerry! Jerry! Jerry! Premieres Friday, 22 May at 21:00

Behind the chaos and confrontations that made The Jerry Springer Show a global phenomenon lie darker stories of alleged abuse, trauma, and tragedy. Featuring one of the final recorded interviews with Jerry Springer himself, this episode includes candid accounts from producers, creators, and former guests whose lives were forever changed by their on‑screen moments.

 

Child Stars Gone Wild Premieres Friday, 29 May at 21:00

Growing up in the spotlight comes at a cost. Former child actors, including Dan Benson (Wizards of Waverly Place), Maitland Ward (Boy Meets World), and Scott Schwartz (The Toy, A Christmas Story), reveal the pressures, exploitation, and identity crises that pushed some toward unexpected, and controversial, career paths.

 

After the Bell Premieres Friday, 5 June at 21:00

Saved by the Bell defined a generation, but behind the wholesome sitcom lay stories of stalking, lies, and scandal. Cast members Lark Voorhies, Ed Alonzo, Max Battimo, and others share the emotional toll of fame and the challenges they faced once the cameras stopped rolling.

 

Dr Feel Goods Premieres Friday, 12 June at 21:00

From Marilyn Monroe to Matthew Perry, celebrity overdoses often dominate headlines, but the doctors and systems behind these tragedies rarely face scrutiny. This episode exposes the world of unethical medical professionals, the pharmaceutical industry's influence, and the devastating consequences for those in their care.

 

Surviving 16 and Pregnant Premieres Friday, 19 June at 21:00

Sixteen years after the controversial MTV series first aired, former cast members reflect on the backlash that followed their teenage pregnancies. From homelessness and addiction to an FBI raid and even allegations of murder.

 

With unprecedented access, emotional honesty, and sharp cultural analysis, Hollywood Demons offers South African viewers a compelling look at the darker side of fame. This season reminds us that behind every headline and viral moment lies a human story often far more complex, painful, and revealing than the world ever sees.