If you grew up watching family movies in the mid to late 2000s, you likely had a crush on Josh Hutcherson. He gained early fame starring in films like Zathura, Bridge to Terabithia, and Journey to the Center of the Earth, before becoming widely known for his role in The Hunger Games series.
Now 33, Hutcherson stars in the 2025 HBO comedy I Love LA, where he plays Maia's boyfriend. Maia is portrayed by creator and lead Rachel Sennott, who previously headlined the 2023 show Bottoms.
When asked by Bustle if he was "ready to reclaim" his internet boyfriend status, Hutcherson laughed and admitted he wasn’t aware he ever held that title. An internet boyfriend is typically a celebrity admired online by many fans, often becoming the subject of their fantasies.
"He answered the question with a giggle before claiming he had no idea he ever had such a title."
Recent examples of popular internet boyfriends include Pedro Pascal, Jeremy Allen White from The Bear, Jonathan Bailey of Bridgerton (2025’s “sexiest man alive”), and various co-stars of Daisy Edgar Jones.
During the question, Hutcherson was beside his I Love LA co-star Leighton Meester, prompting a humorous exchange between them.
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Author's summary: Josh Hutcherson, known for his early film roles and The Hunger Games, reflects humorously on his internet boyfriend status amid his starring role in HBO's I Love LA.
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