We know it's been sixteen years since we said goodbye to Cheers, but weirdly, this feels like it's happening all over again...
Eddie Doyle was the guy who really did know everybody's name, at
least when he started working at the tavern that inspired the
television show "Cheers." To the tens of thousands of tourists
that later passed through, Doyle remained behind the bar to offer a
smile, a beer and tips about where to find the Boston that wasn't shown
on TV.
Now Doyle is out of a job, laid off from "Cheers" after 35
years. The bar's owner has said a tough economy and sagging business
forced the move, which was one of several layoffs. (Associated Press)
Heartbreaking,
no? We've got to wonder how much Doyle was making after 35 years that
the owner felt the need to replace him. After all, it's a bar, not a
lawfirm, and you'd think Doyle's presence would be bring in more
customers and revenue than you would lose by paying him. Tragic.
In memoriam of Eddie Doyle's barkeep era, here's a look back at the show the bar inspired...
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