Michael Schur Shares His Daily Admiration for Ted Danson’s Commitment to Acting
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Michael Schur Praises Ted Danson at PaleyFest Event
Michael Schur, the acclaimed television creator, highlighted the impressive work ethic of actor Ted Danson during a recent event at the Paley Center in New York City. Schur, 50, spoke about his collaborations with Danson, 77, during the promotional activities for their Netflix series, A Man on the Inside, along with their previous project, The Good Place.
“No one’s more dedicated,” Schur stated, emphasizing that Danson has maintained a high level of commitment throughout his 50-year career. “If he wanted to phone it in, he could totally phone it in and everyone would be fine with it, but he never phones it in,” he added.
Michael Schur attends PaleyFest in New York City on Nov. 16, 2025.
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Schur further praised Danson for his thoughtful approach to his craft, emphasizing the dedication he brings to each set. "He just works so hard. He cares so much. He is so thoughtful about the way he goes about his craft," Schur said.
Danson’s extensive career includes roles in iconic series such as Cheers, Becker, Fargo, and Mr. Mayor. Schur commended Danson’s range, noting his ability to excel in various television genres. “I mean, who has more range? Think about his career. It’s multi-cam comedy, and then Damages and then single-camera comedy. He’s done everything, like Bored to Death,” Schur remarked.
Currently, Schur and Danson are focused on A Man on the Inside, which features Danson as Charles Nieuwendyk, a retiree who becomes a private investigator. The second season of the series premiered on November 20, introducing Danson’s real-life wife, Mary Steenburgen, as Mona Margadoff, a character who becomes Nieuwendyk’s love interest.
Mike Schur and Ted Danson in December 2024.
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Danson has also expressed admiration for Schur’s writing, stating, “Mike Schur is one of those amazing writers who knows who you are and writes to who you are. So it fits like a glove. It’s just wonderful.”
As the industry continues to evolve, collaborations like that of Schur and Danson underscore the enduring nature of creativity and dedication in television storytelling.
