Biography: Jensen-Gerard Karp (born November 8, 1979), also known as "The Shrimp Guy," is an American writer, comedian, art dealer, producer, podcast host, former rapper, and husband of Topanga from Boy Meets World. He was raised in Calabasas, California. Previously known by his stage name Hot Karl, he engaged in rap battling and freestyle at USC, during which time he took up the Hot Karl pseudonym.