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Josh Hutcherson has really come into the light again as a lead character with probably a major impact on his mood during this period. The actor is very open in discussing the factors which have made his life changing. The change is very subtle but characterized by the arrival of a new series and an unexpected friendship.
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The series is called ‘I Love LA’ and it tells the story of how friendships that seemed to vanish come back in the form of reruns. Josh says the very fact of being in that atmosphere made this huge difference in his life. He described it as “the case of life being re-energized”. It surely is an energizing word! The people approving it most were his girlfriend and actress Claudia Traisac, the one who knows him best. Their relationship, which has been going on for 13 years now, is practically a lifetime in Hollywood if you think about it.
Hutcherson’s remark about Traisac recognizing the change immediately is very telling. “As soon as I started filming the series and hanging out with the cast, my girlfriend said, ‘I love what they’re bringing out in you,’” he said. He particularly mentioned his closeness with now popular actor JT Firstman. “Me and JT—it’s really sweet friendship between us and that pushes me to be more alive which Clau loves. She says, ‘This cast is the best thing that has happened to you in years.’”
That is a type of feedback that no amount of money can buy. When your more than a decade long partner notices a new you, a new side that has come about partly due to work and partly due to friends, that kind of thing happens. It signifies the time when a star, who is mostly known for his role in a blockbuster franchise, is perhaps, finding his real, more authentic groove.
The social media interaction was a mix of nostalgia, admiration, and pure, untainted fandom. One user experienced a sudden realization of the passing of time and said, “I can’t believe you have been with Claudia for 13 years… this has aged me.” It seems like this user was trying to connect with anybody who has the memory of young Hutcherson.
Love from the audience remains strong. “loving him since 2011 (my middle school got used to calling me by his last name)”—this is what another commenter wrote and it’s a dedication—not to mention that it’s a pretty hilarious school story. The reply to that even led to a some-what negative inquiry, “eww so people where making fun of you and you were ok with that lol,” which only shows how every fanbase can have its random areas of unwanted drama.
However, most of the replies were very positive and supportive. “SO HAPPY FOR YOU JOSH,” was one fan’s comment, which indeed reflects the general mood. Someone else looked to the past: “10 year old me is really happy ur back.” This indicates how long Hutcherson has been part of the cultural conversation already, from ‘The Kids Are All Right’ to Panem and beyond.
The classic chaotic internet humor also made its appearance among the mix. One of the users exclaimed, “clean up on aisle my pants,” which, well, is a daring claim. Another one shared a funny side of it saying, “I thought he was saying that he was low-key pretty and I giggled.” Lastly, someone simply said, “hes so crazy i love him,” and that seems to be a suitable summary of fan excitement.
Amidst the laughter and love declarations, one comment was especially noticed for its curious yet forward-looking nature: “Will there be a disaster artist part 2.” It implies that Hutcherson’s role in the remarkable 2017 movie about Tommy Wiseau is still in the audience’s memory and they are not just following his escapades in the big blockbuster but also in the small galleries.
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Harrison’s story is not of a resurrection but a revival. It is about encountering a demanding project and a team of co-workers—one close friend, actually—who make you a more liberated version of yourself. And surely having your spouse cheering you on from the sidelines is a double victory? He is in a new phase after more than a decade of being in the limelight, and if Claudia Traisac’s green light is any indication, he is on the right track. Sometimes, the most helpful thing for one’s career and personal life is a good friend or work partnership!
