<P> Sam's appearance in Frasier is mixed . Scott D. Pierce from The Deseret News found him too "old and (tiring)" Nevertheless, John Martin, a syndicate from The New York Times, enjoyed Sam's interaction with main characters of Frasier . Frazier Moore from The Associated Press called Sam's appearance a ratings ploy but a must - see for a Cheers fan and any other viewer who lacks interest in the show Frasier . </P> <P> The role of Sam Malone earned Ted Danson two Emmy Awards as the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series: one in 1990 and another in 1993 . It also earned Danson two Golden Globe Awards as the Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy Series: one in 1990 and another in 1991 . Danson was awarded an American Comedy Award as the Funniest Male Performer in a TV Series . </P>

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