‘Cheers’ creators reveal how they really felt about Shelley Long’s shocking exit
There were some critics that said when Shelley walks out the door, that’s the end of ‘Cheers.’ And we had to live with that,” ...
“Cheers” Creators Say the Show Wouldn’t Have Survived Season 1 Without Shelley Long — and They Felt ‘Sheer Panic’ When She Left
Long played Diane on the show's first five seasonsCheers ran for eleven seasons — including six after star Shelley Long left — but the show’s success was anything but certain. Glen and Les Charles, ...
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“Cheers” wouldn't have 'survived' without Shelley Long's Diane, creators say — so they panicked when she left
The actress reprised the role for the Cheers season finale — which also provided closure for all those left wondering about the Sam and Diane relationship. Long revisited Diane again ...
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Cheers Creators Felt Sitcom's Success Was Tied to Shelley Long Staying
Cheers creators Glen and Les Charles discuss the initial concerns that they had that the sitcom's future was tied to Shelley Long.
“Cheers ”star John Ratzenberger recalls man wielding a samurai sword with costars' names on it: 'It was creepy'
John Ratzenberger recalled an alarming encounter with a Cheers fan during an interview with the Still Here Hollywood podcast. "There was one audience member I remember just watching," the actor behind ...
“Cheers” wouldn't have 'survived' without Shelley Long's Diane, creators say — so they panicked when she left
Brothers Glen and Les recall feeling "sheer panic" when Long announced her decision to leave the sitcom after five seasons.