• We all have our favourite TV characters
  • Some surprising ones are based on real people
  • Find out which characters in our video!

They say there is no better fiction than reality. And that rings true when it comes to the world of television. From hit shows like The Sopranos to Mad Men, many iconic TV characters got their origins from real-life people.

Say What? These TV Characters Had Real-Life Inspirations

Here we'll show you some popular TV characters that were based on real men and women, from "Kramer" on Seinfeld to many more.

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TV Characters That Are Based On Real People
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Watch the video above to learn more!