Overwhelmed by guilt (he felt he had failed to protect her) and grief, Grammer plunged into alcohol and cocaine abuse. He was arrested multiple times for DUI and drug possession. He later admitted that addiction was his way of escaping the pain, but it nearly ended his career before it even began.
4. He became a Hollywood legend
Despite all that devastation, Grammer managed to recover and turn his talent into unparalleled success. He portrayed Dr. Frasier Crane, a character that made him a television icon:
· He first played the role on the hit series Cheers.
· Then he got his own show Frasier, which achieved legendary success and earned him five Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actor.
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In short, if you were looking for a well-known name:
Kelsey Grammer is the true hero of this story. From tragedy and addiction to the pinnacle of Hollywood stardom.
