Mark Hoppus recalls an awful date with Melissa Joan Hart

In the United States, Mark Hoppus shared his experience of a challenging date with Melissa Joan Hart in his memoir, 'Fahrenheit-182', scheduled for release on April 8, 2025. Hoppus recounted the date that occurred early in his career, where he met Hart at the Teen Choice Awards, after which they exchanged contact information through publicists. They went out for sushi in the San Fernando Valley; however, Hoppus felt the date did not go well due to their lack of common interests. He noted that while she was very nice, their conversation primarily revolved around her acting career, making it difficult for him to relate to her experiences. This disconnect culminated in Hoppus describing the date as 'awful.' After their dinner, the two of them stopped by Hart's home for a brief tour, but the encounter did not lead to a romantic connection. Instead, upon returning to his hotel room, Hoppus found a voicemail from Skye Everly, an MTV booker he had previously met. They talked on the phone for hours that night, leading to a meaningful connection. Hoppus and Everly eventually married in 2000 and had a son named Jack. Meanwhile, Hart married Mark Wilkerson in 2003. The anecdotes in Hoppus's memoir highlight the early career challenges and personal evolution of the Blink-182 vocalist, ultimately leading him to a loving relationship after an unremarkable date.