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Lance Bass on His Prom Night with Danielle Fishel, NSYNC, and Coming Out

Pod Meets WorldApril 7, 202353 min65,412 views
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A '90s Romance and a Movie

  • πŸ’– Lance Bass and Danielle Fishel revisit their past romance, which began after meeting at a TGIF live show and culminated in attending her high school prom together.
  • 🎬 They are now collaborating on a movie based on their prom experience, with Lauren Lapkus and Mary Holland writing the script.
  • πŸ“ž Lance initially broke up with Danielle via phone, citing distance, but the true reason, as revealed later, was his struggle with his own identity.

Lance's Journey to Self-Acceptance

  • πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ Danielle's mother was the first to suggest Lance might be gay, a possibility Danielle initially dismissed but later came to understand.
  • πŸšͺ Lance admits he knew he was gay but actively suppressed it, believing he would remain in the closet and trick himself into a heterosexual relationship.
  • πŸ’” Prom night was a catalyst for Lance to confront his truth, leading to their eventual breakup and his journey toward self-acceptance.

NSYNC's Early Days and Career

  • 🎢 Lance recalls visiting the Boy Meets World set and being intimidated by the acting world, while also being impressed by the cast's camaraderie.
  • 🎀 He shares memories of NSYNC performing on TGIF and the challenges of managing their public image, including disguising relationships and avoiding public scrutiny.
  • πŸ“Ί The band appeared on various shows like Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Touched by an Angel, with strategic casting decisions often influenced by network strategies.

Personal Life and Parenthood

  • πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Lance is happily married to Michael Turchin, and they are parents to twins, born in October, who are now nearing 10 months old.
  • πŸ‘Ά He describes parenthood as rewarding but challenging, with the days being long but the time flying by.
  • 🏠 Lance's home is now extensively baby-proofed, with a dedicated room for the twins, reflecting the significant life changes that come with raising young children.

Lance's Business Ventures and Nostalgia

  • πŸ•Ί Lance co-owns a nightclub that hosts '90s and 2000s themed nights, aiming to recreate the dance floor experience for his generation.
  • πŸ’‘ He proposes a "dusk club" concept for parents who can't stay out late, offering a social experience during earlier hours.
  • 🀝 Lance emphasizes the strong bonds within the '90s pop community, noting the supportive and friendly relationships between boy bands and artists.

Cherished Friendships

  • ❀️ Despite their romantic relationship not working out, Lance and Danielle have maintained a deep and cherished friendship over the years.
  • πŸ’¬ They express gratitude for their enduring connection, highlighting the rare ability to reconnect after periods of distance as if no time has passed.
  • 🌟 Lance is active on TikTok, enjoying the platform's creative freedom and positive community, while also offering Danielle a tutorial to start her own account.
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