Adam Scott Shares Update on His Feud With Rider Strong After 30-Year-Old Boy Meets World Uncomfortable Set Incident

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Adam Scott recently shared that he and Rider Strong, former star of Boy Meets World, have put any past issues to rest. During an interview on The Awardist podcast (released July 24th), Scott discussed finding resolution over a three-decade-old incident from the set of Boy Meets World’s Season 2 finale.

In Scott’s acting career, recognized for his roles in Parks and Recreation and Severance, he portrayed the bully character Griff Hawkins across several episodes of a popular show. During his 2023 interview on Strong’s Pod Meets World podcast, he shared a memory that had lingered with him for close to three decades.

Adam Scott clears the air with Rider Strong

Adam Scott revealed that a particular moment from the mid-’90s has lingered in his mind for nearly three decades. In an interview, he said, “This memory has been nudging at me for 29 years.” On the podcast, he added, “The scene concludes, and everyone bursts into cheers.

According to Scott, he moved towards you for a hug, but instead of returning it, you pushed him back. Your expression suggested surprise or confusion, as if questioning his identity. Following that, Scott said you quickly left.

Rider Strong expressed shock and admitted he had no recollection of the event at all. “Really? What could have possibly made me do such a thing?” he inquired. This response brought comfort to Scott, as he stated, “I’m relieved you don’t remember it because, to some degree, that suggests it wasn’t a distressing ordeal.

Here’s what Scott says about finding closure

On The Awardist, Scott affirmed that the problem is now resolved. “I believe we’ve dealt with it,” he expressed. “I think it’s been put to rest.” When inquired if reflecting on the incident aided him in finding resolution, Scott quipped, “No, we still have work to do.” However, he promptly clarified, “Yes, indeed.

He commented, “Rider Strong…apparently didn’t recall it. And I genuinely had been holding onto it for about three decades since it was from 1994 or 1995.

Scott additionally discussed his struggles with acclimating to Hollywood during the initial stages of his career. He explained that individuals who are accustomed to the entertainment industry, often called “nepo babies,” have a familiarity advantage, making the environment seem ordinary and less intimidating for them.

Scott confessed that it required approximately two decades for him to conquer his initial nervousness. He often found himself overawed on film and television sets due to his eagerness to be present. Calming down, relaxing, and focusing despite the bustling activity surrounding him was a challenge he frequently faced.

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2025-08-05 15:22