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The plea proceeding took place over Zoom.

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Earlier this month, Bell had entered a not guilty plea to these charges.

The spokesman did not provide additional details, per AP.

Bell starred in the showDrake & Joshwith Josh Peck between 2004 and 2007.

Last August, the performers ex-girlfriend Melissa Lingafeltaccusedhim of physical and verbal abuse.

Bell toldPeoplethat he never abused Lingafelt, who performs musicunder the name Jimi Ono.

I hope this message reaches young girls, and that no one has to go through what I did.

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