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Kelsey Grammer: Sitcoms have lost their funny bone.
28 Jul
Summary
- Grammer argues modern sitcoms lack authentic laughs and writer trust.
- He believes political correctness has hindered humor based on behavior.
- The actor suggested he might explore a political office in the future.
Actor Kelsey Grammer expressed concerns that the contemporary television sitcom format is struggling, attributing the decline to a lack of authentic humor and writer trust.
Grammer, renowned for his role as Dr. Frasier Crane, suggested in a recent podcast appearance that shows no longer trust their audiences to appreciate intelligent humor. He posited that an overemphasis on political correctness might be hindering comedy, leading writers to avoid depicting relatable human behavior and instead opting for less believable scenarios.
The veteran actor lamented that humor has shifted towards slapstick, which he feels is often unearned and unbelievable when not properly developed. He hopes the sitcom genre can be revitalized, emphasizing the success of "Frasier" in building a connection with viewers by treating them as intelligent.
Grammer also revealed his openness to a future in politics, viewing it as a potential avenue for public service he feels he missed by not serving in the military. This contemplation follows his recent work hosting a documentary focused on American history.
