10 Surprising Behind-the-Scenes Facts About 90s Sitcoms
The 1990s was truly the golden era of television sitcoms. Shows like Friends , Seinfeld , The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air , and Home Improvement gathered families around the TV every week. But behind the laughter and famous catchphrases, plenty of surprising secrets were hidden from the cameras! Here are 10 fascinating behind-the-scenes facts about your favorite 90s sitcoms that you probably never knew. 1. The Friends Couch Was Found in a Studio Basement That iconic orange velvet couch in Central Perk wasn't custom-designed by a top set decorator. A set designer literally found it abandoned in a dusty basement corner at Warner Bros. studios! 2. Will Smith Signed Up for Fresh Prince Due to Taxes Will Smith took the role in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air primarily because he owed $2.8 million in back taxes to the IRS. For the first three seasons, the government took 70% of his paycheck! 3. Kramer’s Famous Entrance Was Restricted On Seinfeld , Michael Richards' energetic sli...