Edward Bridge Danson III (born December 29, 1947) [1] is an American actor. He achieved stardom playing the lead character Sam Malone on the NBC sitcom Cheers (1982–1993), for which he received two Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards.

Cheers: Created by James Burrows, Glen Charles, Les Charles. With Ted Danson, Rhea Perlman, John Ratzenberger, George Wendt. The regulars of the Boston bar "Cheers" share their experiences and lives with each other while drinking or working at …

Cheers began with a limited five-character ensemble consisting of Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Rhea Perlman, Nicholas Colasanto and George Wendt. Cheers was able to gradually phase in characters such as Cliff, Frasier, Lilith, Rebecca, and Woody.

Jan 18, 2025 · Ted Danson is an American television and film actor best known for his portrayal of bartender Sam Malone on the popular television comedy series Cheers (1982–93). Danson is also known for playing the cantankerous doctor John Becker in the comedy series Becker (1998–2004) and Michael, the designer

Ted Danson is well known for his role as Sam Malone in the television series Cheers (1982). During the show's 11-year run, he was nominated nine times for an Emmy Award as Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series and won twice, in 1990 and 1993. The role also earned him a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Comedy Series in 1989 and 1990.

Feb 3, 2025 · Danson headlined “Cheers” as Sam Malone for 11 seasons from 1982 to 1993. Grammer joined the cast in Season 3 as Dr. Frasier Crane and became a series regular starting in Season 5.

Feb 3, 2025 · "Cheers" served as a launching pad for both men who, now in their late 60s and 70s, have both enjoyed long careers. Danson recently starred in Netflix "Man on the Inside," a cozy mystery spin on ...

Samuel "Mayday" Malone [1] is a fictional character and the protagonist of the American television show Cheers, portrayed by Ted Danson and created by Glen and Les Charles. Sam is a former relief pitcher for the Boston Red Sox baseball team who owns and tends the bar called "Cheers".

Jan 19, 2024 · See the cast of the beloved NBC sitcom Cheers, including Ted Danson, Shelley Long and Kelsey Grammer, then and now.

Ted Danson is an American actor. Danson portrayed Sam Malone on NBC series Cheers. Edward Bridge (Ted) Danson III was born December, 29, 1947, in San Diego, California. He grew up near Flagstaff, Arizona. He attended school at Kent School, a private college prep institution in Connecticut, and played basketball there.