Josh Hutcherson on Reclaiming His Internet Boyfriend Title
If you grew up in the mid to late 2000s, you likely had a crush on Josh Hutcherson. He gained fame early in family films like Zathura, Bridge to Terabithia, and Journey to the Center of the Earth before starring in The Hunger Games series.
Current Role and Internet Boyfriend Question
Now 33, Hutcherson stars in the 2025 HBO comedy I Love LA. When asked about his “internet boyfriend” status, he laughed and said he didn’t even realize he had that title.
“I had no idea I ever had such a title.”
Context of the Internet Boyfriend Phenomenon
An internet boyfriend is a celebrity who captivates a large online audience, often becoming a popular fantasy figure. Recent examples include Pedro Pascal, Jeremy Allen White from The Bear, Jonathan Bailey from Bridgerton, and many of Daisy Edgar Jones’ former co-stars.
Funny Moment with Co-star
During the interview, Hutcherson was seated next to his I Love LA co-star Leighton Meester, leading to a humorous exchange when the topic came up.
About I Love LA
Hutcherson plays the boyfriend of Maia, portrayed by creator and star Rachel Sennott, who also led the 2023 series Bottoms.
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“An internet boyfriend is usually a celebrity that a lot of people fawn over on the internet – perhaps to the point of them being the object of their fantasies.”
Author's summary: Josh Hutcherson humorously responds to being called an internet boyfriend, unaware of the fan status he gained from his early roles to his current HBO comedy.