The Frasier Cast: Where Are The Original Stars Now & Meet The New Reboot Actors
The enduring charm of Frasier, both the original NBC sitcom and the highly-anticipated 2023 Paramount+ revival, rests squarely on the shoulders of its brilliant ensemble cast. As of late 2025, the intellectual comedy continues to captivate new and old audiences, prompting a deep dive into the lives and careers of the actors who brought the Crane family and their colleagues to life. This article provides a comprehensive, up-to-the-minute look at the full cast, detailing their biographies, their iconic roles, and their latest projects, including the exciting updates from the ongoing reboot.
The transition from the original Seattle-based series, which ran from 1993 to 2004, to the new Boston-set chapter has introduced a fresh generation of talent alongside the return of Dr. Frasier Crane himself. This blend of familiarity and novelty is key to the show’s success, and the current date of late 2025 allows for a look at the actors' most recent and upcoming professional endeavors, from Broadway stages to new Hollywood films, ensuring the most topical authority on the subject.
Complete Biography and Profile of the Core Frasier Ensemble
The heart of the original series was its five main cast members, whose chemistry earned the show a record 37 Emmy Awards. The new series centers around the return of Kelsey Grammer and introduces a new academic and familial circle.
Original Main Cast
- Kelsey Grammer (Dr. Frasier Crane)
- Born: February 21, 1955, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
- Role: The pompous but lovable psychiatrist and radio host, reprising the role from Cheers.
- Career Highlights: Five-time Emmy winner for playing Frasier, voice of Sideshow Bob on The Simpsons.
- David Hyde Pierce (Dr. Niles Crane)
- Born: April 3, 1959, Saratoga Springs, New York, USA
- Role: Frasier's younger brother, a fastidious psychiatrist and eventual husband to Daphne.
- Career Highlights: Four-time Emmy winner for *Frasier*, Tony Award winner for *Curtains*.
- Jane Leeves (Daphne Moon)
- Born: April 18, 1961, East Grinstead, Sussex, England
- Role: Martin's Mancunian housekeeper and eventual wife of Niles.
- Career Highlights: Starred as Joy Scroggs on *Hot in Cleveland* and as Kit Voss on *The Resident*.
- Peri Gilpin (Roz Doyle)
- Born: May 27, 1961, Waco, Texas, USA
- Role: Frasier's quick-witted, down-to-earth radio producer.
- Career Highlights: Known for *Frasier* and a recurring role in the ABC Family drama *Make It or Break It*.
- John Mahoney (Martin Crane)
- Born: June 20, 1940, Blackpool, England (Deceased: February 4, 2018)
- Role: Frasier and Niles' blue-collar father, a retired police detective.
- Career Highlights: Two-time Tony Award winner, known for *Barton Fink* and *Say Anything...*.
Frasier Reboot (2023) Main Cast
- Jack Cutmore-Scott (Freddy Crane)
- Born: April 16, 1987, London, England
- Role: Frasier's son, now a firefighter who has dropped out of Harvard.
- Career Highlights: Known for the series *Deception* and *Cooper Barrett's Guide to Surviving Life*.
- Nicholas Lyndhurst (Professor Alan Cornwall)
- Born: April 20, 1961, Emsworth, England
- Role: Frasier’s old college friend, now a sardonic professor at Harvard.
- Career Highlights: A UK comedy legend, best known for playing Rodney Trotter in the iconic sitcom *Only Fools and Horses*.
- Toks Olagundoye (Professor Olivia Finch)
- Born: September 16, 1975, Lagos, Nigeria
- Role: Head of the Harvard University Psychology Department.
- Career Highlights: Starred in *The Neighbors*, voice roles in *DuckTales* and Mel Medarda in the animated series *Arcane*.
- Jess Salgueiro (Eve)
- Born: November 19, 1987, Winnipeg, Canada
- Role: Freddy's roommate, a single mother providing emotional support to the Crane men.
- Career Highlights: Known for roles in *The Boys*, *Workin' Moms*, and *Letterkenny*.
- Anders Keith (David Crane)
- Born: c. 2000, Pasadena, California, USA
- Role: Niles and Daphne’s son, a quirky and intellectual Harvard student.
- Career Highlights: *Frasier* is his first major television role after graduating from The Juilliard School.
The Original Cast: What They Are Doing Now in 2025
The actors from the original *Frasier* series have maintained busy careers in television, film, and theater, with several recent updates confirming their continued success. Their professional paths showcase a diverse range of projects, proving their versatility long after the show’s conclusion in 2004.
Kelsey Grammer: The Enduring Dr. Crane
Unsurprisingly, Kelsey Grammer remains the most visible face of the franchise. He is the driving force behind the *Frasier* reboot, which premiered in 2023 and has been renewed for a second season.
Filming for Season 2 of the Paramount+ series officially began in May 2024, continuing Frasier Crane's new chapter in Boston as he tries to reconnect with his son, Freddy.
Beyond his signature role, Grammer has several film projects in the pipeline for 2025, including the disaster thriller *Turbulence*, which is set to give him a new genre role.
He also recently appeared in the 2024 film *Karen Kingsbury's The Christmas Ring*, showcasing his continued work in television movies.
David Hyde Pierce: A Return to the Stage
While David Hyde Pierce chose not to return as Niles Crane for the reboot, his career has flourished in the world of theater, an area where he has won multiple awards.
In a major update for theater fans, Pierce is set to star in a new production of Gilbert and Sullivan's *Pirates of Penzance* for the Roundabout Theatre Company's 2024-2025 season.
This major New York theatrical commitment confirms his focus on the stage, having recently been part of the cast for Stephen Sondheim's final musical, *Here We Are*.
Jane Leeves and Peri Gilpin: TV and Producer Roles
Jane Leeves (Daphne Moon) spent six seasons as the beloved Dr. Kit Voss on the Fox medical drama *The Resident*, which concluded its run in 2023.
She remains an active figure in the industry, with a focus on television and charitable work.
Peri Gilpin (Roz Doyle) made a hugely popular return to the *Frasier* universe, reprising her role as Roz Doyle in Season 2 of the reboot, with filming confirmed to be underway in 2024.
Gilpin has also expanded her career into production, joining the producing team for the play *JO* alongside her daughter, Ava Vincent, as announced in late 2025.
John Mahoney: A Lasting Legacy
The beloved John Mahoney, who played Martin Crane, passed away in 2018. His absence is a central, respectful plot point in the 2023 reboot, with the new series opening with Frasier attending his father's funeral.
His legacy endures through his extensive work in theater and film, ensuring that his character's grounded presence continues to influence the show's narrative.
The New Generation: Key Actors of the 2023 Frasier Reboot
The revival series introduces a new ensemble, shifting the focus from the brotherly dynamic of Frasier and Niles to the father-son relationship between Frasier and Freddy. This new cast is a mix of established UK stars and rising young talent.
Jack Cutmore-Scott as Freddy Crane
Jack Cutmore-Scott takes on the challenging role of Freddy, who has rejected his father's intellectual world to become a firefighter.
The English actor brings a new, grounded energy to the series, serving as the new "Martin Crane" figure to Frasier's high-brow antics.
His previous work includes playing the title character in the TV series *Cooper Barrett's Guide to Surviving Life* and the lead in *Deception*.
Nicholas Lyndhurst as Professor Alan Cornwall
Nicholas Lyndhurst is a significant addition, bringing his pedigree as a revered British comic actor to the American sitcom.
As Alan Cornwall, he is Frasier's old friend and a highly cynical, brilliant professor at Harvard, providing a new intellectual sparring partner for Dr. Crane.
Lyndhurst is a household name in the UK for his role as Rodney Trotter in *Only Fools and Horses*, a career highlight that makes his casting a major coup for the reboot.
Toks Olagundoye, Jess Salgueiro, and Anders Keith
The supporting cast rounds out Frasier's new environment at Harvard and his home life.
Toks Olagundoye plays Olivia Finch, the ambitious and driven head of the psychology department who often clashes with Frasier’s ego.
Olagundoye is a Nigerian-born actress with a strong background in US television, including *The Neighbors* and the voice of Mel Medarda in *Arcane*.
Jess Salgueiro is Eve, Freddy’s compassionate roommate who becomes a surrogate emotional anchor for the Cranes.
The Canadian actress is recognizable from popular series like *The Boys* and *Workin' Moms*.
Anders Keith plays David Crane, the son of Niles and Daphne, who is now a socially awkward, highly intelligent student at Harvard.
Keith, a graduate of The Juilliard School, is a newcomer whose portrayal of the quirky David has been a breakout success, connecting the new generation to the original series’ core dynamic.
The combined talent of the original and reboot actors ensures that the world of *Frasier* remains a rich tapestry of wit, warmth, and intellectual comedy. With Season 2 of the revival underway in 2025, the legacy of this iconic cast continues to grow, delighting fans with both nostalgic returns and fresh, compelling performances.
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