THEN AND NOW: The cast of 'Boy Meets World' 20 years later

Olivia SinghMay 5, 2020, 21:23 IST

Rider Strong, Ben Savage, and Danielle Fishel on "Boy Meets World."ABC

"Boy Meets World" premiered on ABC in September 1993 and lasted for seven seasons.
The sitcom starred Ben Savage as Cory Matthews, Rider Strong as Shawn Hunter, and Danielle Fishel as Topanga Lawrence-Matthews.
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"Boy Meets World" premiered on ABC in September 1993 and concluded in May 2000.

At the onset, the series centered on Cory Matthews (played by Ben Savage), a sixth-grader attending Jefferson Elementary School in Philadelphia. As the show progressed, fans watched Cory go to high school and later attend Pennbrook University with his friends.

Over the course of seven seasons, he got into mischief with best friend Shawn (Rider Strong), learned valuable life lessons from teacher Mr. Feeny (William Daniels), and married longtime love Topanga (Danielle Fishel). "Boy Meets World" also spawned a Disney Channel spin-off series called "Girl Meets World," which saw the return of many of the characters from the original series.

Here's what the stars have been up to since "Boy Meets World" premiered.

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Ward is now a cosplayer and pornographic actress.

Maitland Ward in July 2019. gotpap/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images

Maitland Ward first appeared as Rachel McGuire on season six.

Maitland Ward on "Boy Meets World." ABC

Lawrence continued acting and married "Dancing With the Stars" pro Cheryl Burke in May 2019.

Matthew Lawrence and Cheryl Burke in April 2018. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic

Matthew Lawrence portrayed Jack Hunter, Shawn's older half-brother.

Matthew Lawrence on "Boy Meets World." ABC

McGee's most recent acting roles were in two 2016 movies.

Trina McGee in February 2018. Paul Archuleta/Getty Images

Trina McGee joined the show as Angela Moore on season five.

Trina McGee on "Boy Meets World." ABC

Nowadays, Ridgeway's main focus appears to be singing, which isn't a far stretch considering that she did sing on "Boy Meets World."

Lindsay Ridgeway in December 2016. Al Pereira/GC Images

Gibson has kept busy with guest-starring roles and theater productions.

Lily Gibson on "NCIS." CBS

Morgan Matthews, Cory and Eric's younger sister, was initially played by Lily Gibson (née Nicksay). Lindsay Ridgeway took over during season three.

Lily Gibson and Lindsay Ridgeway on "Boy Meets World." ABC

Russ has appeared on tons of well-known shows over the years and guest-starred on the Fox series "9-1-1."

William Russ on season two of "Colony." Isabella Vosmikova/USA Network/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images

William Russ played Cory's father, Alan Matthews.

William Russ on "Boy Meets World." ABC

Randle has appeared on a few shows and movies since "Boy Meets World."

Betsy Randle in September 2016. Emma McIntyre/Getty Images

Betsy Randle portrayed matriarch Amy Matthews.

Betsy Randle on "Boy Meets World." ABC

Daniels' last acting role was on "Girl Meets World," reprising his iconic role as Mr. Feeny.

William Daniels in August 2019. Gary Gershoff/Getty Images

William Daniels played the kids' beloved teacher named George Feeny (also known as Mr. Feeny).

William Daniels on season one of "Boy Meets World." ABC

Friedle is known for voicing Ron Stoppable on Disney Channel's "Kim Possible."

Will Friedle in July 2019. Albert L. Ortega/Getty Images

Will Friedle played Cory's goofy older brother, Eric Matthews.

Will Friedle on "Boy Meets World." ABC

Most recently, Strong voiced characters on two animated shows.

Rider Strong in October 2019. Barry Brecheisen/Getty Images

Rider Strong played Shawn Hunter, Cory’s best friend.

Rider Strong on "Boy Meets World." ABC

In addition to acting, Fishel is also a director, producer, and mother.

Danielle Fishel in June 2019. Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for New Bloom Media

Danielle Fishel portrayed Topanga Lawrence-Matthews.

Danielle Fishel on "Boy Meets World." ABC

Savage reprised his role as Cory on "Girl Meets World."

Ben Savage in September 2016. Emma McIntyre/Getty Images

Ben Savage starred as Cory Matthews, the show's main character.

Ben Savage on season one of "Boy Meets World." ABC

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