For Kelsey Grammer, Frasier is more than just his most famous role

For many of his fans, Kelsey Grammer is inseparable from his character Dr. Frasier Crane, who first appeared on “Cheers” and later got his own spin-off, “Frasier.” Last year, the actor reprised the role in a reboot of “Frasier” that’s now in its second season. But Kelsey’s connection to his most famous character runs deeper than simple nostalgia. He opens up about how the cast of “Frasier” became his family after he suffered several personal tragedies, why he didn’t always feel welcomed on “Cheers,” and how he ended up voicing Sideshow Bob on “The Simpsons.”
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[@Catherine-2008]

Awww, how sweet is Kelsey Grammer! He seems very humble and kind. I wish him all the success!

[@davidsvenstrup6688]

Kelsey is magical… i don’t know how else to describe it. I’ve been listening to his autobiography on audible - it came out in 1996… it is just beautiful.

[@sashaflip7450]

@@davidsvenstrup6688 He’s had to overcome a lot of pain and grief it’s really a big deal how he’s been able to find peace and success.

[@sandy-mo3iy]

The new frasier is actually a legit reboot! Glad it got a second season, hopefully more to come

[@Kemshen]

Kelseys ability to do Bumblin baffoon and slapstick one minute then to theatrical and classical the next is what makes him my favourite all time actor.

[@KeshavToronto]

Gotta state the obvious... aside from Grammer being so eloquent , charming and well-spoken, Tom is such a damn good interviewer!

[@KeshavToronto]

Although... having just finished the video, Tom was lobbed the perfect, poignant end to the interview at 22:14 and then squeezed in a question about Sideshow Bob! That would've been better placed earlier in the interview.

[@suilvengreen]

Really?! I’m bailing on this halfway thru because I can’t watch the interviewer anymore. He’s trying way too hard and isn’t smart enough

[@KeshavToronto]

@@suilvengreen So interesting! See, I prefer an interviewer that can gently guide a conversation forward, hitting on their questions, but can also give space for it to go in it's own direction. I find Tom to be really good at this! There are interviewers who literally just prattle off the Q's (pun fully intended) given to them on a piece of paper and, to me, that is insufferable. I think that was the main criticism of the previous short-lived host of Q. Again, I find this interview as really well done, apart from the dreadful last question which was so poorly-timed! Yikes!

[@suilvengreen]

@@KeshavToronto I agree that compared to interviewers with a list and no clue this style is preferable but I found he went too far in that direction and it came off as fawning which is something I can’t stand

[@KeshavToronto]

@@suilvengreen Fair point. I assume a big part of that is the premise of the show is to do just that... fawning over artists. I don't think the show is meant for hard-hitting journalism. More feel-good stuff.

[@floridagirl8563]

We watch “original” Fraiser every night while eating dinner. We’re in our late 60’s early 70’s and it’s gets funnier everytime we watch it. Love Kelsey Grammer. ❤

[@ChipsAplentyBand]

I like what I've seen of the new (2023) FRASIER, but I like Kelsey Grammer even more. It's not just that we share the same birthday (February 21, 1956), nor that he lives at least part of the time in my home state, New York, but that he's made so many people happy with his work. If his FRASIER reboot succeeds for a number of years and if it provides something so worthhwhile and fulfilling for Kelsey, then I say America should be happy not just for ourselves to be entertained but also happy for Kelsey to be doing something more with a character he loves so much (as we also do). We love you, Kelsey, and THANK YOU for so many wonderful moments shared with us that continue to enrich our lives.

[@duster15670]

2024 and watching Frasier in UK on Paramount + all the old seasons and then will watch new ones again...love It!!..Kelsey seems to be a decent human being that's for sure!!

[@sandlercruise7102]

What an incredibly interesting and likeable person Kelsey is.

[@sheryljackson8068]

I so love Kelsey Grammer ❤❤❤❤

[@Mallory-Malkovich]

He's socially Frasier but fiscally Sideshow Bob.

[@JSebastien94]

Frasier is a Democrat and Kelsey is a Republican😂

[@DaveRCollins1]

Mind boggling.

[@Tallmanreviews87]

It's a solid show to be honest, quite refreshing to see a new cast and a little familiarity plus the addition of Nicolas Lyndhurst is perfect! Love the show

[@wandamills5479]

I’m so in love with Frasier…John Mahoney, David, Jane Leeves, Peri Gillian, Harriet S Hanson, Dan Butler, Patrick Kerr, & Kenny. Yes! I have printed scripts for my Hurricane Preparedness Kit to read for entertainment. I watch clip s daily. I love it. I feel like they’re family. Next to MASH, Golden Girls…they are my 3rd favorite entertainment. My nightly bedtime Rita. I love the writing, chemistry, and characters pragmatism. ONLY…talk show can express and chalk talk the expertise breakdowns (like football breakdown). …❤️❤️

[@intuition1519]

Roz was a close friendship, I thought..

[@donanderson88]

Now that is a masterclass in interviewing.

[@sorasuarez3909]

I also want to interview his landscape ♥

[@khany82]

Really enjoyed that thanks!

[@HannaEveBloom]

Dear Tom, thank you; from the bottom of my heart, for asking Kelsey about Side Show Bob. A brilliant interview as per usual. With gratitude 🥹

[@sheryljackson8068]

With my gratitude as well ❤❤❤

[@christineleitner960]

Wonderful interview!❤

[@dmac3316]

Fantastic interview, thank you!

[@joshuastange]

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[@judes966]

What a lovely interview

[@sheryljackson8068]

Named our daughter Kelsey ❤️ 💕

[@matureyoungman]

Kelsey Grammer is Frasier.

[@spitfireaace]

John Mahony is only like ten years older than Kelsey.

[@zigarten]

Watch "The Boss" excellent drama

[@gregdahlen4375]

nice that he found those relationships

[@AlexPaulito]

Frasier , wonderfull actor

[@KristalTearz]

Another actor being associated with their character for a long time - how bout the Supernatural brothers

[@joegordon2915]

no one has ever been associated with a character for so long? ever heard of Jack Benny?

[@sheryljackson8068]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@rhiannonhill]

I'm a massive Frasier fan, I have watched it over and over but new Frasier? These are always a risk but......Canned laughter, slow, clunky gags, it looks like stage acting for some of them, silly weak storylines, and, no Niles, no Daphne, oh dear. Nope. Lyndhurst is just irritating and he was only ever the foil in Only Fools anyway. So sorry but somebody has to tell the truth about what a lemon the reboot is. When you have an 11 year ensemble cast, that dynamic doesn't transfer. Perhaps David and Jane knew it. Who knows.

[@knownpleasures]

Nicholas Lyndhurst is just silly casting. It’s the one weakness of the reboot. Worst of all his performance is cliched . Otherwise it’s comfortable viewing on paramount plus .

[@justayoutuber1906]

Sorry, the new Frasier does not even compare to the old one.

[@lesterross1]

Just my personal views, but if you can support Trump, I lose interest and respect. So I won't watch.

[@UKPtrk]

Agreed. And I truly hate it because Frasier is my all time favorite show(not the new series) but Kelsey supporting Trump just ruins him for me

[@elishmuel1976]

Came here to say that. Broke my heart when I found out he was a fascist. Bye bye frasier.

[@alexaales7937]

same here frasier being my all time favorite sitcom i will NOT watch the reboot even tho i was so excited for it! besides no Niles no interest :-)

[@UKPtrk]

@@MrForeverMusicFan policy differences are absolutely no issue for me personally, it’s the whole attempt to overthrow the government thing that makes things dealbreakers for me. People can have policy differences all day long and I have no problem with it but when it comes to attempts to overthrow our government that’s a very hard line drawn. Not supporting that isn’t “screwed up in the brain” it’s simply supporting the values of our country and standing up for the protection of our country.

[@elishmuel1976]

@@MrForeverMusicFan LOL. Nice try mr bot. Say hi to elon for me :)

[@alexaales7937]

frasier was always my favorite sitcom, i own the box set and every other year my husband would watch it. i was so excited when they announced a reboot. but then i read that he is a trump supporter so i skipped it. such a shame but i wont support a trump supporter! besides no Niles no interest :-)

[@Summerstorm2022]

I only enjoy the first run. No need for me to watch the new seasons.

[@sashaflip7450]

I think it’s a really interesting idea to see Frasier as an older gentleman. We first saw him as a young man in Cheers and now to see a real full life of a character is fascinating and unheard of. What other tv characters did you see develop from 27 years old to 68 years old.

[@DaveRCollins1]

That’s where I’m at. It’s actually sad that’s he’s a Trumper.

[@donnabrown1761]

Yeh it’s so interesting seeing him at every stage. Love the original and enjoying the reboot. Love that they addressed the loss of Marty ❤️

[@benwakefield93]

I'd love to see Kelsey on Rogan

[@Mallory-Malkovich]

Why?

[@benwakefield93]

@Mallory-Malkovich Because Rogans a great interviewer, and I'd happily listen to Kelsey for 3 hours

[@Mallory-Malkovich]

@@benwakefield93 Huh. I have never heard Rogan described as 'a great interviewer.' What is great about him, exactly?

[@benwakefield93]

@Mallory-Malkovich Why are you challenging me? 😅 You obviously don't agree with me, but he has the most listened to podcast in the world. Personally, I like it because he has no agenda, listens to the guest and genuinely wants to understand what they think and why.

[@Mallory-Malkovich]

@@benwakefield93 I was curious if your feelings about him were based on some skill you felt he possessed or if you just thought he was great because he's popular. Thank you for taking the time to answer.

[@nirish25]

It's utter trash. They should never have made a reboot