Even though it faced some backlash, 2 Broke Girls became really popular among fans because of the great chemistry between the main actresses, Beth Behrs and Kat Dennings. The series followed the lives of Max, a waitress struggling to make ends meet, and Caroline, a wealthy girl who suddenly finds herself broke. Together, they become roommates and try to launch a cupcake business. Their funny friendship, along with some quirky side characters, made the show unique and led to 12 Emmy nominations.
In real life, Behrs and Dennings are best friends, which made their on-screen relationship feel genuine. However, the show did get criticized for using offensive jokes, including racial stereotypes, particularly in how they portrayed Han Lee. Critics also noted that Max’s wild lifestyle was quite different from Kat Dennings’ more grounded, sober life.
When 2 Broke Girls was canceled in 2017, it was mainly because of falling ratings and CBS wanting to introduce new shows. An interesting tidbit is that Cher was once considered for a guest role as Max’s mom. Despite some unrealistic aspects, like Caroline’s impractical high heels, the show still held a special place in fans’ hearts.
The series made millions through syndication, boosting the stars’ wealth—Dennings has a net worth of $25 million, while Behrs has $20 million. Although there hasn’t been a reunion yet, Dennings is open to the possibility. Fans still appreciate the show’s humor and its unique chemistry.