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Erin & Sara Foster: The Moment They Knew "Nobody Wants This" Would Succeed
2024-12-04
Erin and Sara Foster have achieved an extraordinary year that is truly remarkable. Their clothing brand Favorite Daughter has flourished, while their podcast The World’s First Podcast and Netflix show Nobody Wants This have also seen continued success. Erin, as the creator of Nobody Wants This and an executive producer along with Sara, has played a crucial role in this success. Amidst all these achievements, Erin even welcomed a baby. The sisters, who are two of PEOPLE’s 2024 Creators of the Year, reflect on this huge year and the special moments they experienced while shooting the show.

The Foster Sisters' Journey to Success

Clothing Brand Success

Favorite Daughter has had an amazing year. It's a brand that Erin and Sara take great pride in. They didn't expect that the success of the Netflix show would lead to increased sales at Favorite Daughter. There were some sweet, unplanned moments of synergy, like in the camp episode when Joanne (Kristen Bell's character) wore head-to-toe Favorite Daughter during her first Shabbat. Sara also mentioned that Kristen was wearing Favorite Daughter pants when she met her. This shows the organic connection between their various ventures.

It's clear that Favorite Daughter has become a significant part of their success story. The brand's growth has been a source of pride for the sisters and has added another dimension to their already impressive portfolio.

They have carefully nurtured Favorite Daughter, allowing it to thrive on its own while also benefiting from the exposure of their other projects. This shows their ability to manage multiple ventures simultaneously and create a cohesive ecosystem.

Podcast and Netflix Show Success

The World’s First Podcast and Nobody Wants This have both been major hits. Nobody Wants This quickly hit no. 1 on Netflix's most-watched list. The sisters watched their clothing brand grow while enjoying the success of these projects.

During the shooting of Nobody Wants This, they witnessed some really unique and special moments. The chemistry between Kristen Bell and Adam Brody was palpable. Adam was a star and so hot that they were sure people would love it. Kristen was flawless, yet there was always that element of uncertainty. Sara remembers a specific moment when she watched the rough edits back-to-back with a couple of weeks left of shooting and realized the show worked. She said, "You watch it and you just want more and more."

The series is loosely based on Erin's life, with some elements that fans have quickly assumed to be about her and Sara. But as Erin and Sara explain, it's not a direct one-to-one representation. Erin's life experiences and relationships have influenced the show in unique ways.

Personal Life and Challenges

Erin's life has had its ups and downs. She had been in toxic relationships before meeting her husband Simon Tikhman. Their healthy relationship brought new challenges and made her realize the differences in being with the right person. This aspect of her life has also found its way into the show.

Simon, on the other hand, has had to deal with the newfound interest in his life due to Adam Brody's portrayal of "hot rabbi" Noah. He's not comfortable with being on a pedestal and has made it clear that he prefers to let Erin and Sara shine.

Despite these challenges, the sisters have remained focused on their work and the success of their ventures. They are busy working on the show's second season and are excited to see where it takes them.

Looking Ahead

Erin is tight-lipped about the next installment of Nobody Wants This but offers a tease. She says Netflix wants the show to come out at the same time every year, so fans can expect it around the same time as last year.

The sisters are clearly in high demand and are looking forward to continuing their success. Their ability to balance multiple projects and create a successful ecosystem is truly impressive.

Nobody Wants This is available now to stream on Netflix, and fans are eagerly awaiting the next season. The Foster sisters have proven that with hard work and determination, anything is possible.

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