Surprising Behind-the-Scenes Stories from the Set of Cheers

Woody Harrelson wasn’t chasing a TV career when Cheers came calling. In fact, he’d never even seen the show. Television just wasn’t on his radar, and the idea of joining a long-running sitcom didn’t especially excite him. But a friend urged him to audition anyway — so he gave it a shot.

That impulsive decision changed everything. Harrelson walked into the room, nailed the audition, and instantly clicked with the cast and writers. Despite his initial disinterest, he became one of the show’s most beloved additions, proving that sometimes the best opportunities come from the things you never planned to try.