This episode served as a pilot test episode for a new series called "Better Days". It was to centre around a TV child star trying to live an ordinary life at school. The series was eventually dropped, however it's basic concept formed the basis for what would become "Hannah Montana".
"Going Hollywood" is the episode that inspired the hit Disney Channel show Hannah Montana
Allie Grant, Alyson Stoner Raven-Symoné, and Skyler Samuels have all guest starred in "The Suite Life of Zack and Cody".
Ally's name is a nickname for Alyson and she was played by Alyson Stoner.
"Better Days" is a parody of "Happy Days".