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Jeff Garlin claims undiagnosed bipolar disorder made him mean during The Goldbergs

Jeff Garlin told a podcast that his undiagnosed bipolar disorder affected his behavior on the set of ABC's The Goldbergs in 2021.

Jeff Garlin Says ‘Undiagnosed Bipolar’ Made Him ‘Mean’ on ‘The Goldbergs’ Set; Wendi McLendon-Covey Responds: ‘I Remember Things Differently’
File photo Jeff Garlin Says ‘Undiagnosed Bipolar’ Made Him ‘Mean’ on ‘The Goldbergs’ Set; Wendi McLendon-Covey Responds: ‘I Remember Things Differently’ Photo: Variety

Actor explains past behavior

Garlin stated he was miserable with his performance while working on the series. He described experiencing three different states, including periods where he was very mean and did not talk to anyone. He received a diagnosis after leaving the show in 2021.

Colleague disputes account

Wendi McLendon-Covey responded to his comments on social media by saying she remembers things differently. She noted that other crew members, actors, writers, and executives also hold different memories of the time.

Departure details confirmed

Sources close to the production told Variety that Garlin's exit was a mutual decision between him and the network. The sitcom ran for 10 seasons before concluding in 2023.

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