Erin Foster, the creator of the Netflix series Nobody Wants This, recently shared the inspiration behind the show, which stars Kristen Bell and Adam Brody. Erin revealed that the idea for the romantic comedy series was loosely based on her own real-life romance with her husband Simon Tikhman.
In an interview with Today.com, Erin explained that the emotional journey depicted in the series closely mirrors her experience of meeting her husband. The show follows the story of a couple, where Kristen Bell plays a sex-positive podcast host named Joanne who falls for a Jewish rabbi named Noah, played by Adam Brody. Joanne contemplates converting to Judaism, a decision that Erin herself made before her wedding in 2019.
Despite initial hesitations about converting, Erin shared that meeting Simon completely changed her perspective. She mentioned how he made her want to be a better version of herself and question her previously held beliefs. Drawing from her own life, Erin crafted a story that reflects her personal journey but intentionally made the characters different from their real-life counterparts to avoid any resemblance to her own marriage.
While viewers will have to watch the series to see how Joanne and Noah’s story unfolds, Erin and Simon’s real-life relationship has had a happy ending. They welcomed their daughter, Noa Mimi Tikhman, in May, which Erin described as an incredible and unforgettable experience.
Despite the success of the series and her personal life, Erin acknowledged the challenges of being married to someone who values privacy, unlike her public persona. She humorously shared that her husband often reminds her not to talk about him in interviews, highlighting the differences between their personalities.
Overall, Erin Foster’s journey of love and self-discovery has not only inspired the creation of a heartwarming series but has also led to a fulfilling and joyous chapter in her own life. The blending of real-life emotions with fictional storytelling has resonated with viewers and added depth to the storytelling in Nobody Wants This.
