Danielle Fishel, the star of the 1990s television series ‘Boy Meets World,’ recounts her early struggles in the entertainment industry as a 12-year-old. On her first day of filming, she was warned that if she didn’t improve, she would be fired. Despite her limited experience, Fishel’s determination and preparation led to a successful seven-year tenure on the show.
During her appearance on ‘Dancing with the Stars,’ Fishel paid tribute to William Daniels, the actor who played the show’s wise teacher Mr. Feeny. Daniels joined her on stage and praised her performance, giving her an ‘A’ for her dance routine. Fishel highlighted how Daniels treated her and her young castmates with respect and professionalism, setting a benchmark that she has carried into her career.
Reflecting on her time on ‘Boy Meets World,’ Fishel noted how Daniels, who had already won two Emmys for his role in ‘St. Elsewhere,’ treated her as a peer rather than an inexperienced child actor. This approach inspired Fishel, and she has often thought of Daniels on every set she has worked on since meeting him.