The shocking truth Kelsey Grammer discovered during Niles' absence in Frasier Reboot!

David Hyde Pierce's rejection of reprising his role as Niles in the Frasier revival led to a heart-wrenching realization for Kelsey Grammer about his character. The return of the arrogant psychiatrist to the small screen has already been scheduled for later this year. However, instead of Seattle, the reboot will take place in Boston, the familiar setting of Cheers, and will feature a fresh group of individuals. In a conversation with Metro UK, Grammer recounted the day he learned that neither Jane Leeves nor Pierce would be coming back for the Frasier revival. He divulged that it was his wife, Kayte Walsh, who pointed out that throughout the character's life, he has lacked a truly close friend. This realization consequently led to the creation of Nicholas Lyndhurst's new character, Alan Cornwall. You may read his entire statement below:

Jane Leeves, who portrayed Daphne, is not part of the production. David Hyde-Pierce, known for his role as Niles, expressed his decision to not reprise the character. This led to a new creative direction. After going home and reflecting, I realized that it was necessary for Frasier to return to Boston and resolve unresolved matters, embracing the person he could not become when he left the city. Additionally, my wife astutely pointed out that Frasier never truly had a genuine friend. This revelation resonated with me.

Why Frasier Never Had Any Friends In Cheers and Original Show

Over the years, a troublesome fact has gone unnoticed due to Frasier constantly being surrounded by people. However, upon reflecting on his journey thus far, it becomes evident that this outcome was expected. Frasier's introduction in Cheers marked him as a belated addition to the cast. Moreover, the manner in which he became part of Sam Malone's circle was peculiar, as it was solely due to his past connection with Diane. Additionally, Frasier stood out from the regular patrons at the pub, hindering the development of any profound friendships despite his frequent visits to Cheers.

When he returned to Seattle for the original Frasier show, the intention was for him to reconnect with his father, Martin, and his brother, Niles. It could even be argued that the Cheers spin-off functioned as a family sitcom, as most of its storylines revolved around the relationships within the Crane family. This differentiation from its parent series likely contributed to its success. However, it would be unfair to say that Frasier never had a true friend, considering Roz Doyle's presence. Although they began as co-workers at KACL, their relationship developed into something beyond professional.

A significant portion of Frasier's success as a character can be attributed to the people in his life. Consequently, there is pressure for his new dynamic with Alan to be well-received, as it may determine the success or failure of the reboot. Fortunately, fans won't have to wait too long to find out, as the Frasier revival is set to be released in October.

Source: Metro UK