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Dec 1, 2023 · While the real Eric Goldberg had no musical ambitions (he became a doctor like most of the family), stories like breaking into a pool, stealing a knish, and getting arrested for it came from Eric's real life. Erica Goldberg beats up on her brothers similarly to the real eldest child. Ultimately, Hayley Orrantia's performance remains true to Eric.
- 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.
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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.
Apr 26, 2021 · That's right, the oldest member of the TV Goldberg clan, Erica (Hayley Orrantia), doesn't exist. However, she is based on Goldberg's oldest brother, Eric, so even though there is no real life ...
- Adam's Brother Was Changed To A Sister. In The Goldbergs, Adam has two elder siblings, Erica and Barry. While Adam Goldberg also has two elder siblings in real life, they're actually both brothers.
- Murray Wasn't A Furniture Salesman. In The Goldbergs, Adam's father Murray runs a discount furniture store that was passed down to him from his father-in-law, Pops.
- Adam Went To High School In The 90s, Not The 80s. Each episode of The Goldbergs is ambiguously set in "1980-something," the erstwhile Brat Pack era, which has given the series a lot of wiggle room when it comes to making anachronistic references — like referencing an early '80s movie and late '80s sneakers in the same episode.
- Pops Passed Away When Adam Was In College, Not High School. George Segal's passing left a major hole in The Goldbergs' cast. Pops was a beloved member of the Goldberg family, and at times, Adam's best friend.
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Jan 5, 2022 · Adam has two siblings in the series: Barry and Erica. Although his real-life siblings are both males, Eric was changed to be Erica following a suggestion made by ABC execs. The original Eric Goldberg also makes several appearances, particularly in ‘Eight-Bit Goldbergs’ and ‘MTV Spring Break.’
