Kelsey Grammer walks differently due to chronic, severe ankle issues, which he has described as having "really, really bad ankles". These persistent issues, which existed even during the original Frasier run, necessitate the use of more comfortable footwear in the reboot series.
But my feet were always an issue. And I had a couple of podiatrists years ago notice on the show, asking 'what's going on with your feet? ' "I have a gait issue, it's just because I have really, really bad ankles.
Actor Kelsey Grammer has faced several health challenges, notably a past struggle with substance addiction, a severe heart problem requiring a pacemaker, and a family history connected to Lewy body dementia (LBD), which he's advocated for, though he hasn't publicly claimed a personal diagnosis, focusing on awareness after his Boss character's storyline. More recently, he supported his Frasier co-star, Toks Olagundoye, through her breast cancer battle, showing empathy for her health struggles.
Grammer also got two black eyes from the accident as well. He also broke his ankle in the accident as well. He said in an interview: "I was driving around by the set, and the person in another vehicle slammed into me, and my nose went into the wheel.
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Camille filed for divorce after the actor admitted to having an affair with Kayte Walsh, whom he later married. "Unfortunately, no," Camille said when asked if they are in communication with one another. Camille Grammer arrives at BravoCon 2025 at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, NV on Friday November 14, 2025.
The actor who turned down the role of Frasier Crane on Cheers (before the spin-off) was John Lithgow, who felt episodic television was beneath his dignity at the time, paving the way for Kelsey Grammer to take the part.
Danson told Shepard he has had psoriatic arthritis for about 15 years, “which is no fun because it does mess up your joints.” Danson manages his recurring back and hip pain through meditation, breathing exercises, and diet.
Kelsey Grammer paid his ex-wife Camille Grammer approximately $30 million in their 2011 divorce settlement, which was about half the couple's assets, including significant property and 50% of his 401k from their marriage. The settlement finalized their 13-year marriage and followed a contentious divorce where she claimed he had an affair with his current wife, Kayte Walsh.
The 80-year-old actor, best known for his iconic roles in Magnum, P.I. and Blue Bloods, has been dealing with mobility issues and persistent pain, which have reportedly affected his ability to perform certain scenes comfortably.
Flat feet have been associated with altered foot function, including prolonged calcaneal eversion, increased tibial internal rotation, increased forefoot abduction, reduced efficiency of gait, and reduced shock absorption5).
Jennifer Aniston playfully called Tom Selleck, who played Monica's love interest Richard Burke on Friends, "cruel and unusual" during a Howard Stern interview, but quickly clarified she was joking, adding that he has a "permanent halo" and is an "angel," though she hinted at a mystery male actor who was genuinely difficult on set, making it a bit of a playful misdirection. She praised his kindness and good nature, even joking that his niceness was almost "cruel" because it was so constant and perfect.
On July 1, 1975, Grammer's younger sister, 18-year-old Karen Grammer, was raped and murdered by spree killers Freddie Glenn and three other men. Grammer identified his sister's body and informed their mother shortly after.
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“That's when I realized I wanted to pursue creativity for the rest of my life,” Kelsey told the outlet.
The richest stars from Cheers are tied between Kelsey Grammer (Frasier Crane) and Ted Danson (Sam Malone), both estimated to have around $80 million net worth, with Grammer's wealth boosted significantly by his Frasier spin-off and Danson's by CSI and The Good Place, while Woody Harrelson (Woody Boyd) follows closely with about $70 million.
"Thank you, Mr. Kelsey Grammer for all that Frasier money. I am living my best life," she said. She also thanked Kelsey for providing their two kids — Mason and Jude Grammer — with a pretty fabulous life today.
Donald Trump's divorce in 1991 after 13 or 14 years from Ivana Trump; estimated at $25 million ($56 million inflation adjusted). Kelsey Grammer's divorce in 2011 after 13 or 14 years from Camille Grammer; estimated at $30 million ($42 million inflation adjusted).