A Lillith question... - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Brian Damage · 05-18-2002, 07:22 PM

The other day, I saw the episode where Lillith returns from the Eco-Pod and catches Frasier and Rebecca in bed together. Now I know they wrote the Eco-Pod storyline to write Lillith off the show because Bebe wanted to pursue other projects. Why then did she return shortly there after? An even better question would be why did she reconcile with Frasier in the end only to have the two split up again?

Frasier W. Crane · 05-18-2002, 09:47 PM

I don't know, but I know that Bebe said she wanted out but she would come back for some shows....... I don't know anything other than that.

Dr. Lilith Sternin · 05-18-2002, 10:57 PM

Well, I believe she asked to be written off, not knowing at that time it would in fact be the last season. I think if she had known that, she would have stuck it out to the end. So, I think that after she learned they were going to end the show, she agreed to come back for Frasier and Lilith to reconcile, leaving the fans happy at the shows ending.

At the time Cheers was ending, they hadn't had the whole idea for the spin off in the works. I believe they were just trying to come up with a show idea for Kelsey, and then they thought about doing a show solely based on the character of Frasier. Because they wanted to lift the character from all connections to Cheers and its surroundings, Lilith had to go. So, I guess because the marriage was rocky at the end of Cheers, it was much easier for them just to have it assumed they split before the pilot of Frasier.

This isn't all factual, just my assumptions. Who knows? Makes sense though, right?

Brian Damage · 05-20-2002, 06:01 PM

It does make sense and thank you guys for all your input. You're right, I forgot that the Frasier spinoff wasn't thought of until after the show ended its run. Thank goodness Kelsey and NBC woke up and realized that a Cheers spinoff was a much better idea than what they originally planned. An executive(Grammer) gets hurt in some sort of skiing accident and is bedridden at home to do his work. All the supporting characters would have been his servants, secretary and other employees. Lame!

05-18-2002, 07:22 PM	#1
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	A Lillith question... The other day, I saw the episode where Lillith returns from the Eco-Pod and catches Frasier and Rebecca in bed together. Now I know they wrote the Eco-Pod storyline to write Lillith off the show because Bebe wanted to pursue other projects. Why then did she return shortly there after? An even better question would be why did she reconcile with Frasier in the end only to have the two split up again?
	__________________ The Key to the Kingdom of Heaven: John 3:3 *Money Doesn't Buy Happiness...But I'd Rather Cry in My Private Jet*

05-18-2002, 09:47 PM	#2
Frasier W. Crane Farewell, Frasier Forum Regular Join Date: Mar 22, 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 782	I don't know, but I know that Bebe said she wanted out but she would come back for some shows....... I don't know anything other than that.
	__________________ George W. Bush: "We Keep Our Word." Almost 3 Million Jobs Lost No Child Left Behind Act Underfunded by $9 Billion 3.8 Million More Americans Lost Health Insurance Small Deficit? Annual Deficit To Exceed $400 Billion in the Next 10 Years 200,000 Veterans Cut From Health System Raids Entire $2.6 Trillion Social Security Trust Fund We need a President who means what he says, and keeps his word. John Kerry is the President that can do that. Sen. John F. Kerry for United States President. HE WILL keep his word. Visit www.johnkerry.com to get more information about the Senator that will turn our country around. https://contribute.johnkerry.com/ind..._code=00014509

05-18-2002, 10:57 PM	#3
Dr. Lilith Sternin Ice Cube in Heels Forum Regular Join Date: Jan 31, 2002 Posts: 523	Well, I believe she asked to be written off, not knowing at that time it would in fact be the last season. I think if she had known that, she would have stuck it out to the end. So, I think that after she learned they were going to end the show, she agreed to come back for Frasier and Lilith to reconcile, leaving the fans happy at the shows ending. At the time Cheers was ending, they hadn't had the whole idea for the spin off in the works. I believe they were just trying to come up with a show idea for Kelsey, and then they thought about doing a show solely based on the character of Frasier. Because they wanted to lift the character from all connections to Cheers and its surroundings, Lilith had to go. So, I guess because the marriage was rocky at the end of Cheers, it was much easier for them just to have it assumed they split before the pilot of Frasier. This isn't all factual, just my assumptions. Who knows? Makes sense though, right?
	__________________ "Musical theatre -- it's totally American and when it's good, it's like nothing else." ~Bebe Neuwirth </center> Lilith: I mapped out our dominant and recessive traits on a genome square, applied Mendel's laws, allowed for anomolies, and concluded that you are the best biological choice. Frasier: I see. Well, enticed as I am by your honeyed words, I'm gonna need some kissin'. Lilith: Frasier, don't misunderstand. I'm not proposing any change in our relationship. Frasier: Would we sleep together? Lilith: I thought we'd freeze your sperm. Frasier: Is that a yes or a no? Lilith: Natural fertilization isn't practical. I'd have to fly to Seattle every time I ovulate. Frasier: Right, okay. So then, your plan is for me to visit some local doctor, freeze my essence, and then bring it home with you. Lilith: Correct. I'll take mine to go!

05-20-2002, 06:01 PM	#4
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	It does make sense and thank you guys for all your input. You're right, I forgot that the Frasier spinoff wasn't thought of until after the show ended its run. Thank goodness Kelsey and NBC woke up and realized that a Cheers spinoff was a much better idea than what they originally planned. An executive(Grammer) gets hurt in some sort of skiing accident and is bedridden at home to do his work. All the supporting characters would have been his servants, secretary and other employees. Lame!