Quiz

The show is loosely based on the Hollywood experiences of Mark Wahlberg, one of the executive producers.

Kevin Connolly had actually retired from acting when show creators first approached about doing the show. It wasn't until he was informed the part of Eric had been written specifically for him that he decided to take part.

Jeremy Piven's character is loosely based on Ari Emanuel, a partner at the Endeavor Agency.

Throughout the show, Ari's wife is always referred to as either Mrs. Ari or Mrs. Gold, or pet names like "honey, sweetie" by Ari. It isn't until the sixth episode of the last season that Bobby Flay addresses her as Melissa.

Johnny Drama is based on actor Johnny Alves, Mark Wahlberg's cousin. Thus, in the pilot, Turtle mentioning that Vince thought Johnny was his cousin until they were fourteen.