The conversation stirred up an old memory from 1982, when Danson was cast on “Cheers” alongside a now-iconic ensemble — though one name, Shelley Long, initially gave him pause. “I looked at Shelley ...

Ted Danson’s predictions weren’t in a good place. The actor, 77, got candid on having a history of being wrong while starring on the NBC sitcom “Cheers” from 1982 to 1993.

This also means that while Danson had some say in the casting for Cheers, it wasn't the final say. The fact that he was able to voice his opinion and expect to be heard at such an early stage of ...

Ted Danson says his penchant for being wrong was on full display ahead of Cheers casting Shelley Long — who he initially thought would not be a good choice for the role of Diane Chambers.

Ted Danson’s predictions weren’t in a good place. The actor, 77, got candid on having a history of being wrong while starring on the NBC sitcom “Cheers” from 1982 to 1993.

Ted Danson is a prolific actor, but certainly no prophet. The Cheers star recalled being "dead wrong" about most of his instincts while on the sitcom from 1982–1993, including the casting of one ...

The “Cheers” creators and Ted Danson are mourning the death of their longtime friend and former “Cheers” co-star George Wendt. In a joint statement shared with TODAY on May 27, series ...

George Wendt reunited with ‘Cheers’ co-stars Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson before his death By Eric Todisco Published May 21, 2025, 9:47 a.m. ET ...

One of George Wendt’s final public appearances before his death was definitely a wholesome one. In August 2024, the actor, who died at age 76, reunited with his Cheers co-stars Ted Danson and ...