Joey Lawrence Remembers Fishing With John Candy While Brother Andrew Offers Wild Story About Arnold Schwarzenegger Making Him Hold A Lit Cigar When He Was 7

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At one time, the Lawrence brothers were well-known for their collaborative acting in the spotlight as celebrity siblings. As ex-child stars, Matthew, Andrew, and Joey have some fascinating tales from Tinseltown, dating back to their younger days. Matthew (the eldest) made headlines by revealing his first fishing adventure was with John Candy and a notable film director on a popular comedy movie set. On the other hand, the youngest brother, Andrew, reminisced about an equally intriguing story involving Arnold Schwarzenegger, another prominent actor, while holding a lit cigar as a youngster.

At the ’90s convention, all three Lawrences gathered to share some memorable moments from their Hollywood careers. During this gathering, they were asked to recall one of their most extraordinary experiences while working or socializing with colleagues. The actor from ‘Melissa & Joey’ eagerly joined the conversation, recounting an off-set incident involving John Candy and director Carl Reiner. He admitted that he was unaware of their celebrity status at the time. According to People magazine, this was his first experience catching a fish, and what transpired with the catch is as follows:

At the ’90s convention, all three Lawrences reminisced about some significant Hollywood moments. During their discussion, they were prompted to share an exciting work-related or peer experience. The actor from ‘Melissa & Joey’ enthusiastically contributed his story about an off-camera incident with John Candy and the film’s director, Carl Reiner. He admitted that he didn’t know who they were at the time. According to People magazine, this was a unique experience for him because it was his first time ever catching a fish, and something unusual happened to the catch:

In an unexpected turn of events, I reeled in a monstrous flounder during my fishing debut in St. Petersburg, Florida, alongside none other than the illustrious director Carl Reiner – a name synonymous with Hollywood’s golden age. Little did I know at the time that I was fishing with a legend!

The day unfolded as I embarked on the set of Summer Rental, where I shared the screen with the inimitable John Candy. As luck would have it, my first-ever catch ended up being a colossal flounder, which the chef transformed into a mouthwatering lunch for our beloved co-star. Truly, John Candy was the best of the bunch.

Picturing young Joey Lawrence fishing alongside John Candy and Carl Reiner in their prime…it’s almost overwhelming. At that time, Joey wasn’t even 10 years old yet, but he managed to catch his first fish – a meal for Candy. Although it’s not one of John Candy’s most famous films, this story makes me want to track down a copy of the 1985 movie “Stone’s War” (available on VOD services) to complete the bizarre but intriguing anecdote.

Andy recalled an incident that matched the intrigue of the Blossom actor’s story. He reminisced about a time during filming of the Horse Sense show in the ’90s, when he and Tom Arnold were with Arnold Schwarzenegger. They had the young actor holding a cigar in a luxurious car.

As a movie enthusiast, I once found myself in an unforgettable adventure with Tom Arnold, a friend I held in high regard. One day, he and one of his pals – none other than Arnold Schwarzenegger – playfully thrust me into the back seat of their car, leaving me in the company of these action legends. To entertain themselves, they had me clutch a lit cigar, an odd sight for a seven-year-old, nestled within the luxurious confines of a Rolls-Royce. The whole ordeal was a hilarious spectacle that I’ll never forget.

Similarly, just like his elder brother’s tale, the trio in the Rolls-Royce appears unusual. However, given the circumstances – a 7-year-old puffing on a cigar – it’s not all that shocking. Despite being less humorous now than the previous story, Andy Lawrence’s incident is still amusing if it was a fleeting moment. The single-season show might be difficult for those wanting to watch, as it may not be readily available.

The two siblings are involved in the production of “Diamond Rose“, slated for release on our 2025 movie lineup. Despite Joey Lawrence facing allegations of infidelity with his Christmas movie co-star Melina Alves, he has numerous other projects lined up. Coming up, you’ll see “Lawrence House“, which is in negotiations to be formally produced by a network, for all three brothers.

For now, recollections of their vibrant Hollywood experiences, such as those involving Candy and Schwarzenegger, will satisfy this enthusiast. Additionally, revisiting some overlooked treasures from the ’80s and ’90s will complete the nostalgic journey.

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2025-04-21 20:07