Why Ted Danson Says He Barely Remembers the Historic 'Cheers' Finale

Will Ferrell says Ted Danson knew “Elf” would be ‘gigantic’ hit after watching him film this scene

“He was like, ‘No, you can just feel it,’” the “Anchorman” actor remembered the “Cheers” star telling him.Will Ferrell in ‘Elf’; Ted Danson in Los Angeles on March 1, 2026Credit: New Line/courtesy Everett Collection; Neilson Barnard/GettyKey pointsWill Ferrell said that he wondered Is this gonna work? while filming Elf.The comedian said that Ted Danson predicted that the film would be “gigantic” when he visited his wife Mary Steenburgen on set.D…

Why Ted Danson Says He Barely Remembers the Historic 'Cheers' Finale

Ted Danson has revealed that he remembers very little about the final days of Cheers, saying major events in his personal life overshadowed the sitcom's farewell despite it becoming one of the most watched television finales in US history. Speaking on his podcast Where Everybody Knows Your Name, the actor said fans often ask what it was like filming the final episode in 1993. Instead of recalling the excitement surrounding the show's conclusion,…

Ted Danson reveals why he does not remember much of the ‘Cheers’ finale: ‘I had messed up my life so much…’

Ted Danson reflects on the chaos surrounding the conclusion of 'Cheers,' admitting his memory of the finale is hazy due to personal turmoil. Seeking a transformative change in his life, he acknowledges the guidance of a mentor who aided his journey to emotional maturity. Recently, Danson has joyfully collaborated with his wife, Mary Steenburgen, on various projects.