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If you cant beat em, prank em!
That was my relationship with Woody for a long time, Danson explained.
Trying to outdo him at anything and failing miserably.

Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson on ‘Cheers’.Credit:Kim Gottlieb Walker/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty
Danson agreed that Harrelsons competitive spirit contributed to a major shift on set.
All the guys were turning 37 and you were like, 24 or 25, he told Harrelson.
So, naturally, they pivoted to pranks.

Woody Harrelson and Ted Danson in 2023.Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty
I have to wait for Woody.
I have to try and f— Woody up, Danson recalled.
It was that kind of energy you brought to the bar.
On his end, Harrelson described his time onCheersas the most idyllic" and “amazing” experience.
I cant imagine a better experience for an actor, period, he said.
It was great, Jimmy, and youre just the greatest leader, papa, to all of us.
Danson added, We were blessed.
Watch Danson, Burrows, and Harrelson reflect on the series in the video above.