'Boy Meets World' Producer David Kendall Dead at 68

Jane LaCroixSun, May 3, 2026 at 10:33 PM UTC

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David Kendall, the creative mind behind much of Boy Meets World, has died at 68.

The news was shared Saturday, May 2, via the Pod Meets World podcast’s Instagram account, which is run by former stars Danielle Fishel, Rider Strong, and Will Friedle. In their message, the trio made it clear just how deeply Kendall impacted their lives, both during the show’s run and in the years that followed.

“To say that David Kendall was instrumental in the creation of Boy Meets World would be an understatement. He directed, wrote and executive produced our show, but also helped mold some of TV’s most memorable sitcoms, from Growing Pains to Hannah Montana,” the tribute started out.

The post noted how in addition to helping shape Fishel and Strong’s careers, he worked with other high profile stars: “He worked with stars like Austin Butler, Zendaya, Miley Cyrus and the Jonas Brothers in the early stages of their careers.”

“We are devastated to lose such an important person in our lives, both professionally and personally,” the post continued, before asking fans to think of Kendall the next time they watch Season 2 and 3, where he served as showrunner.

Comments poured in, with many leaving tributes and memories about the producer.

“I was fortunate to have been in touch with him as recently as last month. He was a brave, wonderful gentleman and leaves a hole in our hearts,” one person commented.

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Another shared, “Thank you, @podmeetsworldshow, for putting a spotlight on the many other wonderful and talented people who make BMW possible.”

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“So glad you made him & his name a part of our lives now through the podcast,” said a third.

Kendall had appeared on the podcast in 2023, sharing never heard behind-the-scenes stories from the ‘90s sitcom along with other shocking tidbits about the beloved series.

Over the course of his career, he worked across multiple hit series, including credits on Hannah Montana, Victorious, and Big Time Rush.

A cause of death has not been confirmed at this time, and reps have not responded to Parade’s request for comment.

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