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Mark Hoppus Reflects on Awkward Date with Melissa Joan Hart and the Call That Changed His Life

In his new memoir, Fahrenheit-182, the Blink-182 bassist shares personal stories, including his journey from an uneventful date to a lasting marriage with Skye Hoppus.

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Overview

  • Mark Hoppus recounts an 'awful' sushi date with Melissa Joan Hart, where they struggled to connect due to differing interests.
  • Shortly after the date, Hoppus received a voicemail from Skye, an MTV talent executive, leading to a deep romantic connection and eventual marriage in 2000.
  • Hoppus and Skye recently celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary, highlighting their enduring relationship and shared family milestones.
  • Melissa Joan Hart, who briefly dated Hoppus, later married musician Mark Wilkerson in 2003 and is a mother of three children.
  • Fahrenheit-182, published in April 2025, offers a heartfelt reflection on Hoppus's personal life, Blink-182's evolution, and his battle with cancer.