Broccoli Wad Shark Tank Update

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Fell ThroughNow:Out of BusinessFashion & BeautySeason 2, Episode 4New York, NYby Johnny Gennaro & Vinny PastoreWebsite

What Happened to Broccoli Wad After Shark Tank

Is Broccoli Wad still in business? No — the company has shut down.

Deal Fell Through

Co-founder reportedly never intended to take Corcoran's deal and was only on the show for exposure; the deal was never pursued after taping.

  • Deal with Barbara Corcoran never closed after filming
  • Silicone money clip novelty product sold on Amazon briefly
  • Effectively discontinued by 2023

Last verified Apr 4, 2026.

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The Broccoli Wad Shark Tank Pitch

Johnny Gennaro & Vinny Pastore of New York, NY pitched Broccoli Wad on Shark Tank Season 2, Episode 4, which aired Friday, April 8, 2011, asking for $50,000 for 20% of the company — a $250,000 valuation.

Barbara Corcoran agreed to invest $50,000 for 40% equity, valuing the company at $125,000. The deal fell through after the show. Co-founder reportedly never intended to take Corcoran's deal and was only on the show for exposure; the deal was never pursued after taping.

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Pitch Details

Aired
S2E4Apr 8, 2011
Ask
$50,000for 20%
Ask Valuation
$250,000

Deal Terms

Terms agreed on air. The deal did not close.

Amount
$50,000
Equity
40%
Valuation
$125,000
Barbara CorcoranBarbara Corcoran