[s7e20] Call Me, Irresponsible 【EASY | 2025】

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.

: 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. [S7E20] Call Me, Irresponsible

: 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 In this episode, Carla becomes increasingly frustrated with

: This episode is often cited as part of the storyline that led to the character of Eddie LeBec being written out of the show. : Actor Jay Thomas reportedly made disparaging remarks

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

"Call Me, Irresponsible" is the 20th episode of the 7th season of the classic sitcom , which originally aired on April 27, 1989. The episode marks a significant turning point in the relationship between Carla Tortelli and her husband, Eddie LeBec , as well as the actor Jay Thomas's tenure on the show. Episode Summary