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Sep 28, 2024 · Comparing how each character looks with the real Goldberg family can be difficult, even for long-time viewers of the show. Here's a glimpse behind The Goldbergs' true story and what each character looked like in real life during that period of Adam F. Goldberg's early years.
- Wendi McLendon-Covey. Born: October 10, 1969. Bellflower, California, USA. Beverly Goldberg. Born: October 8, 1943.
- Jeff Garlin. Born: June 5, 1962. Chicago, Illinois, USA. Murray Goldberg. Born: September 25, 1940. Death: February 1, 2008, Pennsylvania, USA.
- Troy Gentile. Born: October 27, 1993. Boca Raton, Florida, USA. Barry Goldberg. Born: October 15, 1969.
- Hayley Orrantia. Born: February 21, 1994. Highland Village, Texas, USA. Eric Goldberg. Born: August 18, 1967.
It all came to a head last night in what was one of the series’ very best episodes, pitting Adam F. Goldberg against Adam Goldberg — the sitcom characters — in a Karate Kid showdown.
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- Brea Bee as Vicki Bee. While Adam's girlfriend of three seasons is portrayed by Kim Possible star Sadie Stanley, when Brea's mother made an appearance in Season 8, she was played by none other than the real-life Brea Bee.
- The JTP as The JTP. In a Season 5 episode all about Barry and his group of friends called The Jenkintown Posse — better known as THE JTP — it's only fitting for the entire JTP to make a cameo at the end.
- Dave Kim As Dave Kim. There is no character's name from this show that is more memorable than Dave Kim's. Sad in full by anyone who mentions him, Dave Kim is known for his turtlenecks and heavy sarcasm.
- Emmy Mirsky as Serry Mirsky. Emmy Mirsky is the childhood best friend of Adam; a character we watch grow up right alongside the show's star. But two episodes include Emmy's mother, played by the real Emmy Mirsky.
Jan 30, 2022 · The family comedy The Goldbergs is based on Adam F. Goldberg's real-life experiences. How does the Sean Giambrone Adam compare to the real one?
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Jan 5, 2022 · However, the series has no relation to the 1949 series of the same name, apart from the fact that they are both sitcoms centering on a Jewish American family. Creator Adam F. Goldberg based the series on his childhood, and thus, he draws much of the familial ambiance of the story from memory.
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