Josh Hutcherson on Reclaiming his Internet Boyfriend Title
If you grew up in the mid to late 2000s, you likely had a crush on a young Josh Hutcherson. He starred in early family films such as Zathura, Bridge to Terabithia, and Journey to the Center of the Earth, before gaining wider fame in The Hunger Games series.
Current Role and Media Presence
Now 33, Hutcherson appears in the 2025 HBO comedy I Love LA, where he plays the boyfriend of Maia, the main character portrayed by creator and star Rachel Sennott, known for her role in Bottoms (2023).
On Being an “Internet Boyfriend”
When asked by Bustle if he’s ready to reclaim his “internet boyfriend” status, Hutcherson laughed and admitted he was unaware he ever held this title.
An internet boyfriend typically refers to a celebrity admired online to the point of being the subject of fans' fantasies.
Recent figures fitting this description include Pedro Pascal, Jeremy Allen White from The Bear, Jonathan Bailey from Bridgerton—named “sexiest man alive”—and many of Daisy Edgar Jones’ former co-stars.
On Set Interaction
At the time of the interview, Hutcherson was seated beside his I Love LA co-star Leighton Meester, sharing a humorous exchange during the conversation.
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“Hutcherson answered the question with a giggle before claiming he had no idea he ever had such a title.”
Summary: Josh Hutcherson humorously addresses his unexpected internet boyfriend status while starring in HBO's new comedy I Love LA.
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