Danson explained in the episode that dropped on February 26 that both he and Space Cowboys star William Devane were up for Malone's role ... for additional comment. Ted Danson attends Netflix's ...

In the sitcom Cheers, Ted Danson famously played womanizer Sam Malone for 11 seasons. Now, it is one of Danson’s most recognizable roles, but it wasn’t always easy for him to play the part.