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Frasier Characters
The main character of the American television sitcom ''Frasier'' (1993–2004) and the 2023 revival ''Frasier'' is Frasier Crane. Other regular characters include: his father Martin, his brother Niles, producer Roz Doyle, and his father's live-in caregiver Daphne Moon. Other minor characters made regular appearances. Main characters * Kelsey Grammer as Frasier Crane, is a pedantic, finicky, scrupulous, and pontifical radio psychiatrist. Growing up with a cultured mother and "Average Joe" father, Frasier is the epitome of upper-class sophistication, yet is still capable of working-class enjoyments. After returning to Seattle from Boston, he begins to embrace his more cultured background but develops a more snobbish and haughty self. It is likely that his reconnection with his brother Niles Crane plays a role in this change. Despite his pretentious demeanour, Frasier has a good heart and strong moral compass. * Jane Leeves as Daphne Moon (''later Daphne Crane''), is a Mancuni ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sitcom
A sitcom (short for situation comedy or situational comedy) is a genre of comedy produced for radio and television, that centers on a recurring cast of character (arts), characters as they navigate humorous situations within a consistent setting, such as a home, workplace, or community. Unlike sketch comedy, which features different characters and settings in each Sketch comedy, skit, sitcoms typically maintain plot continuity across episodes. This continuity allows for the development of storylines and characters over time, fostering audience engagement and investment in the characters' lives and relationships. History The structure and concept of a sitcom have roots in earlier forms of comedic theater, such as farces and comedy of manners. These forms relied on running gags to generate humor, but the term ''sitcom'' emerged as radio and TV adapted these principles into a new medium. The word was not commonly used until the 1950s. Early television sitcoms were often filme ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amy Brenneman
Amy Frederica Brenneman (born June 22, 1964) is an American actress and producer. She worked extensively in television, coming to prominence as Detective Janice Licalsi in the ABC police drama series ''NYPD Blue'' (1993–1994). Brenneman next co-created and starred as Judge Amy Gray in the CBS drama series ''Judging Amy'' (1999–2005). She received five Primetime Emmy Award nominations for these roles. In subsequent years, Brenneman has had starring roles as Violet Turner in the Shonda Rhimes medical drama series '' Private Practice'' (2007–2013), and as Laurie Garvey on the HBO drama series '' The Leftovers'' (2014–2017). She is also known for her recurring role as Faye Moskowitz on '' Frasier'' and has starred in various films, including ''Heat'' (1995), ''Fear'' (1996), ''Daylight'' (1996), ''Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her'' (2000), '' Nine Lives'' (2005), and '' The Jane Austen Book Club'' (2007). Early life and education Brenneman was born on June ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Balusters
A baluster () is an upright support, often a vertical moulded shaft, square, or lathe-turned form found in stairways, parapets, and other architectural features. In furniture construction it is known as a spindle. Common materials used in its construction are wood, stone, and less frequently metal and ceramic. A group of balusters supporting a guard railing, coping, or ornamental detail is known as a balustrade. The term baluster shaft is used to describe forms such as a candlestick, upright furniture support, and the stem of a brass chandelier. The term banister (also bannister) refers to a baluster or to the system of balusters and handrail of a stairway. It may be used to include its supporting structures, such as a supporting newel post. In the UK, there are different height requirements for domestic and commercial balustrades, as outlined in Approved Document K. Etymology According to the ''Oxford English Dictionary'', "baluster" is derived through the , from , from '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
