Warning: Spoilers for Fraiser season 2, episode 9
Frasier Crane seems to have found his significant other in Holly Quagliano inFrasier. Played by actor Patricia Heaton, Holly debuted earlier inFrasierseason 2, with her and Frasier finally becoming a couple in season 2, episode 9. The episode in question shows Frasier trying to prove he can be “cool” enough for Holly, only to unwittingly take her to Olivia’s dreaded murder mystery party. Thus far, Heaton has been a refreshing addition to theFrasierreboot’s cast.
Frasierisn’t the first show Heaton has starred in alongside Kelsey Grammer. This series continues the pair’s long-running work relationship, setting up a compelling new romance for the show. Not only do Grammer and Heaton work well together on-screen, but Holly is also the romantic foil that Dr. Crane needs to evolve as a character in2023’sFrasierrevival.
Frasier Season 2 Reunites Kelsey Grammer & Patricia Heaton After Back To You
Grammer and Heaton Have Great Chemistry On Frasier As Past Co-Stars
Grammer and Heaton previously worked together as co-stars on the 2007 sitcomBack to You, co-created byFrasierexecutive producer Christopher Lloyd. On the show, Grammer and Heaton played quarreling co-anchors who have a romantic history, similar to their characters onFrasier. ThoughBack to Youran for one season, Grammer and Heaton continued to collaborate, with the former starring in Heaton’s CBS sitcomCarol’s Second Actas Carol’s ex-husband over ten years later. It’s worth noting that neither of the pair’s onscreen relationships worked out.
Frasier Season 2, Episode 9 Fixes A Big Problem With The Reboot Show’s Original Character Replacements
The cast of the Frasier reboot hasn’t felt totally cohesive so far, but the party storyline of season 2, episode 9 seems to have finally fixed that.
Since Grammer and Heaton have pretended to be romantic partners on TV before, it’s no surprise that their characters onFrasierhave such terrific chemistry. One can hope Frasier and Holly’s relationship will turn out much better than their counterparts' inBack to YouorCarol’s Second Act. ShouldFrasiercontinue for a third season,Grammer and Heaton could get spiritual successors to their canceled shows by continuing Frasier and Holly’s romance.
Frasier Season 2, Episode 9 Finally Delivers On Its Frasier & Holly Romance Tease
Frasier and Holly’s Relationship Is Just What The Show Needs Right Now
Frasierseemed to have been building up to Dr. Crane and Holly dating since the latter made a gripping first impression in season 2, episode 2. The season’s ninth episode pays off the buildup well,beginning with Frasier and Holly repeatedly seeing each other since Valentine’s Day and bonding over the course of half a year. Frasier has had many romantic relationships in his life, but Holly is special due to how she fits into his world.
That Was Surely The Final Nail In The Coffin For A Frasier & Roz Romance In The Reboot Show, And It’s A Big Relief
Season 2 of the Frasier reboot has seen an increased presence from Roz Doyle (Peri Gilpin), but thankfully also shuts down the idea of a romance.
Unlike Frasier, Holly is comfortable with herself and her place in life, so she doesn’t feel the need to impress anyone. Since she has repeatedly bartended for high-class clients, Holly has no problem spending time with Frasier and his intellectual peers, even when they engage in such ridiculous shenanigans. But in season 2, episode 9,Frasier realizes he doesn’t need to act like someone else to be with Holly, as she likes him for who he is. As a result, Holly establishes herself as the kind of romantic partner Frasier needs in his life, which could lead to some intriguing new storylines for the series.
Will Frasier & Holly Last?
Frasier’s Romances Don’t Always Last, But Nothing’s Set In Stone
Like Sam and Diane onCheers, Frasier and Holly are two very different people. However, this could be a good thing for Frasier, since a polar opposite like Holly can help him grow as a person by taking him out of his comfort zone while providing companionship in his autumn years. She already did this by taking him to a hockey game on their date in season 2, episode 9, and Frasier continued to enjoy spending time with her.
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Based on the show’s history, there’s a good chance that the new romance won’t last. Frasier has already had several on-off relationships throughout the show, particularly during its first 11 seasons. However, sinceHolly has been such a fantastic addition to Frasier’s life, there is a chance she will stay for the long run. Just asFrasierbrought back Roz for season 2, Holly could continue to shake up the series by appearing more regularly.
Holly has also helped Frasier come out of his shell and learn to accept himself as she did with herself, which could mean he will want her to stay in his life a lot longer.
Though Grammer and Heaton co-starred in short-lived TV shows, their characters onFrasiercould make for a longer-lasting narrative on the show. Holly’s character easily fits into Frasier’s circle of friends, and she has no problem entering his world of refined culture. Holly has also helped Frasier come out of his shell and learn to accept himself as she did with herself, which could mean he will want her to stay in his life a lot longer. Season 2 ofFrasierhas made many changes to the show’s story and cast, and Holly seems to be another huge improvement.
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Follow Frasier Crane in the next chapter of his life as he returns to Boston, Mass., with new challenges to face, new relationships to forge and an old dream or two to finally fulfill.
