[s7e20] Call Me, Irresponsible Apr 2026

: This episode is often cited as part of the storyline that led to the character of Eddie LeBec being written out of the show.

In this episode, Carla becomes increasingly frustrated with Eddie’s lack of financial responsibility. Despite being a professional hockey player (and later an ice show performer), Eddie is prone to spending money on various get-rich-quick schemes and frivolous items. The tension peaks when Carla realizes how much their future stability is at risk due to his impulsive nature. [S7E20] Call Me, Irresponsible

: Actor Jay Thomas reportedly made disparaging remarks about his on-screen wife, Rhea Perlman , on his morning radio show. When a caller asked what it was like to work on Cheers , Thomas joked that it was "brutal" because he had to kiss Perlman. : This episode is often cited as part

: Rhea Perlman allegedly heard the broadcast, and shortly thereafter, the writers decided to kill off the character of Eddie LeBec. He was eventually written out in Season 8, dying in a freak accident involving a Zamboni. Key Characters The tension peaks when Carla realizes how much

: Played by Rhea Perlman, Carla is the fiery waitress at Cheers who struggles to balance her chaotic personal life with Eddie’s irresponsibility.