Jim Knobeloch who plays Jake was married in real life to this show's creator Beth Sullivan.
Jake had two younger siblings: Jimmy and Lucinda.
In a previous episode Jake shares that he opened the barbershop with the dream of having his father walk through the doors. He wish came true and he was disappointed. Be careful what you wish for.
Ray Walston does an excellent job portraying a man with dementia.
Jake and his father had trouble with alcohol. Alcoholism is hereditary.