Piven

Piven may refer to several things. Most commonly, it is the surname of American actor John Cusack's former roommate, actor Jeremy Piven. Jeremy Piven is known for his roles in the HBO television series "Entourage" and the film "Old School." He has also appeared in "The Larry Sanders Show" and "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip."

The surname Piven can also be associated with the Piven Theatre Workshop, a renowned acting school in Evanston, Illinois, founded by Byrne Piven and his wife Joyce Piven. Their children, including Jeremy, are alumni of the workshop. The Piven Theatre Workshop has been influential in training actors for decades.

In other contexts, Piven might appear as a given name or a less common surname. Without further context, it is difficult to specify which Piven is being referenced. However, the association with the actor Jeremy Piven and the Piven Theatre Workshop are the most prominent uses of the name.