Games with Names 2016 World Series: Game 7 with Danny DeVito | Cubs vs. Indians
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Dec 3, 2024 Danny DeVito, the legendary actor known for his unforgettable roles in 'Taxi' and 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia', brings his vibrant personality to the conversation. He reminisces about growing up in Jersey and shares his love for sports, including thrilling moments from Game 7 of the 2016 World Series. The chat dives into nostalgic summer nights filled with baseball and family, along with heartfelt discussions on unity against hate in society. DeVito also ranks his top five baseball movies, blending humor with poignant reflections on fandom and the power of sports.
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A House Divided
- Danny DeVito's sports fandom stemmed from a split household: Dodgers (dad) vs. Yankees (mom).
- This created intense game days, especially during Dodgers-Yankees games.
Seven for "Game 7"
- DeVito pitched 7 episodes for "Game 7," but Amazon only ordered 5.
- He hopes a successful first season will lead to more episodes and a Season 2.
"Taxi" Audition
- DeVito shared a pivotal career moment: his audition for "Taxi".
- He threw the script down, asking "Who wrote this shit?", which landed him the role of Louie De Palma.