Ted Danson has revealed that former President Bill Clinton once put him on the spot over his relationship with Mary Steenburgen, questioning his "intentions" during a meeting at the White House. The Cheers star recalled the awkward encounter, explaining that the then-commander-in-chief pulled him aside and grilled him about dating the Parenthood actress when their romance was just beginning. The Becker star felt confident about where things were going with the Elf actress - but things took a turn when she brought him to meet her close friends Bill and Hillary Clinton in Washington, D.C.
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Bill Clinton grilled Ted Danson over his 'intentions' with Mary Steenburgen
April 22, 2026
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