When filming ended for the TV show “Taxi,” Danny DeVito and his co-stars often switched to a different pace. DeVito recounted all-night parties filled with music until dawn, including both “crudité and cocaine.” This was part of the ’80s lifestyle.
On the “All the Smoke” podcast, DeVito shared, “Thus were like ragers. We had crudité and cocaine.” His description of these gatherings painted a vivid picture of the time.
Danny DeVito remembered wild parties following the filming of “Taxi,” featuring loud music and indulgences typical of the 1980s.
These events attracted more than just the cast of “Taxi.” He said, “Guests like Robin Williams and stars from ‘Laverne & Shirley’ attended, along with Michael Jackson, who preferred to watch from a booth.” The parties featured a varied guest list, including John Belushi and others from the early days of “SNL.”
DeVito explained that the celebrations started as soon as filming wrapped up for the night. “We would transition right from the show… and play music until sunrise,” he recalled. Despite the late nights, they only needed to resume work by noon on Mondays.
Danny DeVito said the gatherings drew stars like Robin Williams, Michael Jackson, and John Belushi.
The character of Louie De Palma on “Taxi” was DeVito’s breakout role, airing from 1978 to 1983. The show featured a diverse cast, including Judd Hirsch, Marilu Henner, and Andy Kaufman. His portrayal of the sharp-tongued dispatcher won him several accolades, including an Emmy and a Golden Globe.
Besides acting, DeVito worked with committed and talented writers, describing the show as a vital launchpad for a successful career. After “Taxi,” he expanded to various roles in Hollywood, acting in films like “Twins” and “Matilda.” Since 2006, he has entertained new comedy fans as Frank Reynolds on “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.”
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