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Meet the Spouses and Kids of the Boy Meets World Cast

Meet the Spouses and Kids of the Boy Meets World Cast

Years after the last episode of A boy meets the world aired, the stars have been busy building their lives both in and out of the spotlight.

Among those who have found lasting love is William Daniels – known for his role as Mr. Feeny – who has been married to his wife Bonnie Bartlett for an incredible 72 years. The couple’s romance is one of Hollywood’s most enduring relationships.

But he is not the only former actor to have flourished with his family. Rider Strong, who played Shawn Hunter, and Danielle Fishel, who played Topanga Lawrence, are also married and in the trenches of parenthood, among other cast members.

Keep reading to dive deeper into the stories of the beloved stars’ spouses and children.

Ben Savage’s wife, Tessa Angermeier

Ben Savage and Tessa Angermeier.

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In February 2023, Ben Savage, who played Cory Matthews on the series, married graphic designer Tessa Angermeier after four years of dating.

Angermeier dazzled with two distinct ensembles for the occasion: a graceful strapless ballgown for the ceremony, followed by a sparkling fringed minidress for the reception.

“Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Savage, we couldn’t be happier for you ‘guuuyyyss’ 🤍👰🏼‍♀️🤵🏻‍♂️🥂,” a friend of the couple, stylist Chloe Engelhardt, captioned an Instagram post from the wedding .

Danielle Fishel’s husband, Jensen Karp, and their sons

Danielle Fishel and Jensen Karp with their son.
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In 2018, Danielle Fishel, aka Topanga Lawrence, exchanged vows with writer/producer Jensen Karp. The couple’s love story dates back to 1995, when they first crossed paths while attending Calabasas High School.

“Today I married my soul mate. We were surrounded by family and friends and it was the happiest day of my life,” Karp wrote on Instagram at the time.

The couple has since welcomed two children together, Adler Lawrence, 4, and Keaton Joseph, 2.

Rider Strong’s wife, Alexandra Barreto, and their son

Rider Strong and Alexandra Barreto.

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Rider Strong (Shawn Hunter) and his wife, actress and filmmaker Alexandra Barreto, exchanged vows in October 2013 during a camping-themed weekend celebration.

Their wedding coincided with Danielle Fishel’s nuptials to her first husband, Tim Belusko, which unfortunately prevented Strong’s former co-stars from attending.

“I’m missing some of my A boy meets the world family,” Strong told PEOPLE in a statement before the ceremony, which was held at a summer camp in Oregon.

“It was my fault, (Danielle) chose the date first,” he added.

In December 2015, Strong and Barreto welcomed a son, Indigo “Indy” Barreto Strong.

Susan Martens, Will Friedle’s wife

Will Friedle and Susan Martens.
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In 2016, Will Friedle (Eric Matthews) married his wife, Susan Martens, in Connecticut. At the time, the former A boy meets the world The actor has kept relationship details private.

“Ladies and gentlemen…Mrs. Squirrels…” the actor captioned a wedding photo of them on Twitter, then known as X.

“I’m sorry you all weren’t invited to the wedding. #RandomSundayApology #BoyMeetsWife,” he added.

Matthew Lawrence’s Girlfriend Rozonda ‘Chilli’ Thomas

Matthew Lawrence and Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas.

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Matthew Lawrence (Jack Hunter) is moving on after his divorce from Cheryl Burke in 2022.

The actor, who married the Dancing with the stars pro in 2019, has now found love with musician Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas.

During a recent appearance on Fox 5 Atlanta Portia lifestyle show, the TLC singer opened up about her relationship with Lawrence, revealing that he eased any concerns she previously had about marriage.

“That’s just how he is as a man, you know?,” Thomas said of the actor. “He’s a good guy. He’s got an incredible heart and I mean, he checks off my entire list – except for a few I don’t know yet – but we’ll figure this part out. ”

Trina McGee’s husband, Marcello Thedford

Trina McGee.

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Trina McGee, who played Angela Moore, has been married to actor/producer/director Marcello Thedford for 16 years. The couple met 28 years ago in Rome while filming Day light with Sylvester Stallone.

Although McGee stays pretty quiet about her personal life, she does give a glimpse into her marriage on Instagram – where she also recently revealed that she was pregnant during filming. A boy meets the world.

Margaret Quinn, wife of Anthony Tyler Quinn

Anthony Tyler Quinn.

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Anthony Tyler Quinn – who played the team’s beloved teacher Mr. Jonathan Turner on the series – married his wife Margaret in 1985. Since then, the couple has welcomed two children together.

Betsy Randle’s husband, John Randle

Betsy Randle.

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Betsy Randle, best known for her role as mom Amy Matthews in A boy meets the world, is married to film editor John Randle. The couple shares two adult children, Jessica and Aaron.

Clare Wren, the wife of William Russ

William Russ and Clare Wren.

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William Russ – who played Matthews patriarch Alan in the series – is married to Clare Wren, an actress best known for her role as Rachel Dunn in Young riders. The couple shares two children together.

William Daniels’ wife, Bonnie Bartlett

Actors Bonnie Bartlett and William Daniels attend the launch of Artsquared Digital Art, a project by COllective heART, at Bryant Park on August 20, 2019 in New York City.

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William Daniels – who played the Matthews’ neighbor and teacher-turned-principal Mr. Feeny – married Bonnie Bartlett on June 30, 1951.

The couple met while attending Northwestern University and, since marrying, welcomed sons Michael and Robert through adoption.

“Our boys mean everything to us,” Bartlett said during an interview with PEOPLE in June 2023. “They are just wonderful. I have absolutely no complaints. They are just wonderful and we love them so much. ”

Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE in April 2024, the A boy meets the world a former student shared his gratitude to his family and more on his 97th birthday.

“I’m so lucky to have had such wonderful material to work with over the years, which created my career,” he said. “I am also grateful to have such a special and wonderful family.”