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Danielle Fishel Profile |
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Birth Date: May 5, 1981
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Birth Place: Mesa, Arizona, USA
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Birth Name: Danielle Christine Fishel
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Height: 5'4"
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Biography |
Like an oasis in the Arizona desert, Danielle Christine
Fishel was born in Mesa, Arizona on May 5th, 1981. While in
elementary school, Fishel had the opportunity to appear in
several small-time commercials and of course, she
immediately jumped on the chance. Before she knew it, she
had loads of TV commitments thanks to a highly marketable
smile and cute face.
Fishel's first noteworthy project was as Mattel's trademark
Barbie girl. Danielle did several commercials for the
popular doll and soon, her parents realized that she
possessed a special talent. Substantial television work
followed, as she landed two guest spots on Full House, as
well as one on Harry and the Hendersons.
In 1993, the directors of a new ABC show called Boy Meets
World cast Fishel as Topanga Lawrence, a character destined
for the occasional appearance. After Fishel appeared as
Topanga a few times, the creators realized that her
personality fit in well with the plot and gave her a
full-time spot on the cast. Topanga became an integral part
of Boy Meets World and part of the reason fans tuned in on
Friday nights.
For seven years, Fishel grew with the show, riding the wave
through her high school days. In 2000, the creators decided
to end its run, but not before Topanga and Cory Matthews
(star Ben Savage) tied the knot. Though Fishel experienced
success as a result of this one sitcom, she realized the
future was bright. She had just finished her high school
studies yet already had almost a decade's worth of acting
under her belt.
Before returning to acting, Fishel was grabbing news for
other reasons. She attended her prom with 'N Sync member
Lance Bass, and kept busy with a popular column in 16
magazine (called "Danielle's Dairy"). Refocusing on her
career, she landed roles in the made-for-TV movie Rocket's
Red Glare and the little-known film Longshot (both in 2000).
After being named one of Teen People's 21 Hottest Stars
Under 21, Fishel focused her efforts on more popular
projects. She showed her wild side in the movie National
Lampoon Presents Dorm Daze and then moved on to host Say
What? Karaoke on MTV in 2003. Most recently, she appeared on
an episode of Yes, Dear on CBS, and can next be heard in the
animated film The Chosen One. |
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Other
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Owns 130 pairs of shoes.
Was chosen as one of Teen People Magazine 21 of the hottest
stars under 21
Has blonde hair and blue-green eyes.
Younger brother named Christopher.
Dad, Rick, is a medical equipment sales executive. Mom,
Jennifer, manages Danielle's career.
She used to date Lance Bass from *N Sync, but the constant
time apart led to their break up. They are reportedly still
friends.
Dated actor Devon Sawa. [2000]
Attended high school (Calabasas HS) prom with Lance Bass.
Since becoming a "Boy Meets World" (1993) regular, she's had
her own website, magazine column, calander, poster, and
in-line skating video ("Grinders in Line", which she made
with BMW co-star Rider Strong).
Wears a size 7 shoe.
Born on the same day as British R&B singer Craig David. |
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