Ted Danson credits ‘Cheers’ for career as he’s honored with 2025 Golden Globes Carol Burnett Award

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The Golden Globes honored Ted Danson with the Carol Burnett Award before its 2025 awards ceremony on Sunday.Danson, 77, received the prestigious award, which was presented by his wife Mary Steenburgen, at the Golden Gala at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif., Friday.“I have to admit, I’ve always had a confusing relationship with awards,” Danson said. “If I win, I feel a little embarrassed and lonely.

If I don’t win, I feel a little embarrassed and lonely. But not tonight.”Danson gave a shout-out to “Cheers” and said he “wouldn’t be standing here if we weren’t asked to work starting with the creators” of the beloved sitcom.“Literally everything I have in life acting-wise comes from you all.

I cannot thank you enough,” he said about “Cheers” creators Les and Glen Charles.Danson also paid homage to Carol Burnett, who was in the crowd. “I am so thrilled to get this award, Carol.

I cannot tell you how much it means to me. You have brought so much joy and happiness into households all over the world. You radiate kindness.