Boy Meets World Cast: Where Are They Now?
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The Core Four: Top Boy Meets World Cast Members
Cory Matthews (Ben Savage)
Let's start with our favorite protagonist, Cory Matthews, played by Ben Savage. After Boy Meets World ended in 2000, Ben took a break from acting to attend Stanford University. He graduated with a degree in Political Science in 2004. But don't worry, he didn't leave acting behind for good!
Ben returned to the small screen in the late 2000s, appearing in various TV shows like "Dirty Sexy Money" and "Criminal Minds." In 2014, he reprised his role as Cory Matthews in the Boy Meets World spin-off, "Girl Meets World," which aired until 2017. Since then, he's been keeping busy with guest appearances and independent films.
Shawn Hunter (Rider Strong)
Remember Shawn Hunter, Cory's best friend? Rider Strong portrayed this iconic character with such perfection that he'll forever be associated with it. After Boy Meets World, Rider took a break from acting to explore other interests, like directing and producing.
Rider directed several episodes of "Switched at Birth" and "Criminal Minds," and even wrote a book, "Boy Meets Obi-Wan: A Boy Meets World Podcast." He reprised his role as Shawn Hunter in "Girl Meets World" and has since appeared in various TV shows and films, such as "Shameless" and "Sweet Magnolias."
Topanga Lawrence (Danielle Fishel)
*Who could forget Topanga Lawrence, Cory's love interest and later, his wife? Danielle Fishel played this beloved character with such charm and wit that we couldn't help but root for her and Cory. After Boy Meets World, Danielle pursued a career in television production and even hosted a dating show, "The Dating Experiment."
Danielle reprised her role as Topanga in "Girl Meets World" and has since appeared in several TV shows, like "Hawaii Five-0" and "The Real Girl's Kitchen." She's also a successful podcaster, co-hosting "The Duel" with fellow Boy Meets World alum, Susan Richardson.
Jack Hunter (Matthew Lawrence)
*Last but not least, let's not forget Jack Hunter, Shawn's older brother, played by Matthew Lawrence. After Boy Meets World, Matthew continued acting, appearing in TV shows like "Brotherly Love" and "Melissa & Joey." He also reprised his role as Jack in "Girl Meets World."
Matthew gained fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s as part of the Lawrence Brothers, alongside his siblings, Joey and Andrew. The trio even had a brief music career, releasing an album in 1997. Today, Matthew continues to act and produce, with several projects in the works.
The Rest of the Boy Meets World Cast
Mr. George Feeny (William Daniels)
We couldn't write about the Boy Meets World cast without mentioning Mr. George Feeny, the beloved teacher and neighbor played by William Daniels. After the show, William continued acting, appearing in TV shows like "NYPD Blue" and "The Mentalist." He reprised his role as Mr. Feeny in "Girl Meets World" and has since retired from acting.
Amy Matthews (Maitland Ward)
Remember Amy Matthews, Cory's older sister? Maitland Ward played this role with such spunk and humor that we couldn't help but love her. After Boy Meets World, Maitland continued acting, appearing in TV shows like "The Bold and the Beautiful" and "White Collar." She's also made a name for herself as a comic book writer and artist.
Eric Matthews (Will Friedle)
And what about Eric Matthews, Cory's older brother? Will Friedle portrayed this character with such humor and heart that we couldn't help but root for him. After Boy Meets World, Will continued acting, voicing characters in animated shows like "Batman Beyond" and "Kim Possible." He also reprised his role as Eric in "Girl Meets World" and has since appeared in several TV shows and films.
The Boy Meets World Legacy
It's clear that the Boy Meets World cast has had a lasting impact on television and pop culture. The show's themes of friendship, love, and personal growth resonated with audiences then and continue to do so today. As we've seen, the cast has gone on to pursue successful careers in acting, directing, producing, and more.
But perhaps the most enduring legacy of Boy Meets World is the way it brought us together, as a community of fans who shared in the joy and heartache of Cory, Shawn, Topanga, and the rest of the gang. And while the show may have ended, the spirit of Boy Meets World lives on, in the hearts of fans both old and new.
So, there you have it, folks! A comprehensive look at the Boy Meets World cast and what they're up to now. We hope you enjoyed this trip down memory lane and that you'll join us again soon for more entertainment news and nostalgia. Until then, stay tuned!