30 Things About Shameless Only True Fans Knew

Though the show is over now, the behind-the-scenes Shameless facts give insight into how the popular series came together. Based on a UK series of the same name, Shameless stars Oscar-nominated actor William H. Macy as the dysfunctional patriarch of the Gallagher clan, a struggling working-class family on the south side of Chicago. Throughout 11 seasons, the series became a beloved series with a wonderful mix of humor and heavy subject matter. With such a long-running show, a big cast, and wild storylines, there are some interesting behind-the-scenes facts about Shameless even long-term viewers might not know.