Toks Olagundoye Shares Cancer Journey on Frasier

Toks Olagundoye, a star of the 'Frasier' revival, shared her emotional experience during treatment for stage 1 triple-negative breast cancer on 'The Kelly Clarkson Show'. After undergoing multiple surgeries, including a double mastectomy, she feared she would be fired from the show after only filming three episodes. However, Kelsey Grammer, her co-star, reassured her with a heartfelt phone call, emphasizing that she was part of their 'family' and that her role would remain secure. Olagundoye expressed gratitude for the support from the cast, noting it was unlike any other TV family she had encountered. Grammer's emotional support helped alleviate her fears during a challenging time, and he encouraged her that everything would be okay. Olagundoye plays Professor Olivia Finch in the series, which continues to stream on Paramount+.