Ted Danson Admits Life Was 'F---ed Up' Ending Cheers

Ted Danson recently opened up about the tumultuous state of his personal life during the final year of the beloved sitcom 'Cheers.' The actor, now 78, admitted on his podcast that his life was so disordered by 1993 that he was largely unaware 'Cheers' had concluded.

Danson described undergoing a profound personal transformation in the show's last year, which he termed a 'postgrad grow-up class fast.' He actively sought out his mentor for intensive therapy and spiritual guidance, driven by a strong desire to cease being dishonest and to achieve emotional maturity.

He further elaborated that his personal struggles were so consuming that he didn't consider the possibility of being typecast after 'Cheers' ended. The actor confessed he was so immersed in dealing with his personal issues that it took months to even realize the series had finished.

Danson, who starred as Sam Malone from 1982 to 1993, appeared in all 273 episodes. He decided to leave the show to explore other acting avenues, viewing it as a leap of faith to see if he could succeed elsewhere. Following 'Cheers,' he went on to star in various other series, including 'Becker,' 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,' and 'The Good Place.' He is currently starring in 'Man on the Inside,' playing a retired professor turned undercover spy.

In November 2024, Danson discussed his role in 'Man on the Inside,' highlighting the humor in a 76-year-old retired professor undertaking a whimsical undercover spy mission in a nursing home.