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90s Sitcom Stars: Fishel Recalls Childhood Romance with JTT
27 Oct
Summary
- Danielle Fishel and Jonathan Taylor Thomas dated at age 12.
- Their shows filmed on adjacent soundstages during their youth.
- The pair had PE class together daily in their childhood.
Childhood sweethearts Danielle Fishel and Jonathan Taylor Thomas shared a special connection at age 12. Fishel revealed on a podcast that Thomas was her very first boyfriend, noting their shows, "Boy Meets World" and "Home Improvement," were filmed on adjacent soundstages. This proximity led to shared daily physical education classes.
Fishel humorously described their young romance as "real dorky," recalling conversations about acquiring matching minivans. Thomas, a prominent teen idol of the 1990s, eventually prioritized his education, attending Harvard University. He once commented on not taking fame too seriously.
More recently, in September 2026, Thomas was reportedly detained during a traffic stop in Westlake Village, California. He was a passenger in a vehicle investigated for a DUI. Reports indicate he may face charges including public intoxication and felony battery on a peace officer.
