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Shelley Long

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Shelley Long is an American actress and comedian best known for playing Diane Chambers on the NBC sitcom Cheers. She appeared on the series from 1982 to 1987, and the role earned her the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series in 1983. Her other screen work includes films such as Irreconcilable Differences, The Money Pit, and Troop Beverly Hills.

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Who did Shelley Long play on Cheers?

Shelley Long played Diane Chambers on the NBC sitcom Cheers. She appeared on the series from 1982 to 1987.

Did Shelley Long win an Emmy for Cheers?

Yes. She won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series in 1983 for her work as Diane Chambers.

What was Diane Chambers like on Cheers?

Diane was an educated, ambitious, and often socially anxious character whose relationship with Sam Malone drove much of the early series. Her polished self-image frequently clashed with the bar's rougher atmosphere.

What did Shelley Long do after Cheers?

She continued working in film and television after leaving the series. Her career includes comedy roles beyond Cheers, although Diane Chambers remains her best-known television character.