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Kelsey GrammerAmerican actor
Date of Birth: 21.02.1955
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Kelsey Grammer
Kelsey Grammer, born on February 21, 1955, in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, is an American actor best known for his portrayal of the character Dr. Frasier Crane. He played this role for over two decades, nine years in the sitcom "Cheers" and eleven years in the series "Frasier".
Early Life and Career
Kelsey Grammer was born into a family of performers, with his mother, Sally Cranmer, being a singer, and his father, Frank Allen Grammer Jr., a musician and owner of a coffee shop and grill-bar. When Kelsey was young, his parents divorced, and he was raised by his mother and her parents in New Jersey.
In the early 1980s, Grammer's television career began with his role as Stephen Smith in the NBC miniseries "Kennedy". However, it was his portrayal of Dr. Frasier Crane in the sitcom "Cheers" that brought him fame and recognition.
Later, his former classmate from Juilliard School of Music and Broadway colleague, Mandy Patinkin, introduced Kelsey to the head of the acting department at a New York film studio. Initially, he was offered to appear in only six episodes, but he eventually became a permanent member of the cast, starring as the main character in the series "Frasier".
Award-Winning Career
In addition to his roles in "Cheers" and "Frasier", Kelsey Grammer has had a successful career as a television producer, director, and writer. He has also participated in voice acting for various projects.
For his performances in three different sitcoms, including "Cheers" and "Frasier", Grammer was honored with an Emmy Award. He also appeared in the series "Wings" and worked on the animated TV show "The Simpsons", providing his voice for the character Sideshow Bob.
Other Projects
In 2005, Kelsey Grammer was invited to participate in the American version of the British program "The Sketch Show". He appeared in the beginning and end of the show, which featured regular cast members such as Malcolm Barrett, Kathleen Olsen, Mary Lynn Rajskub, and Paul F. Tompkins. However, the show was canceled after four episodes.
Due to his deep and distinctive voice, Grammer has also been involved in several voice-over projects. He provided his voice for characters in "Toy Story 2", "Anastasia", "Bartok the Magnificent", and the animated series "Gary the Rat".
