Danny Merk has been a staple on Jersey Shore since the show first premiered in 2009. The fans know him as the cast’s boss, as he’s the owner of the iconic Shore Store on the Seaside Heights boardwalk.

During the show’s original run, Merk was heavily featured during the four seasons that took place in Seaside. On Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, his cameos are few and far between, but he’s been part of the end of Season 8 while the group has been celebrating their 15-year anniversary.