
Danny DeVito and Marilu Henner proved that time hasnât dimmed the bond forged on âTaxi.â
The beloved co-stars recently reunited alongside series creator James L. Brooks, delighting fans of the classic sitcom that aired from 1978 to 1983.
The two reunited to celebrate Brooks receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
GettyThe rare get-together on Thursday, Dec. 11, offered a nostalgic glimpse into one of televisionâs most iconic ensembles and underscored the lasting friendships that grew out of the show.
Photos from the reunion captured DeVito, now 81, and Henner, 73, smiling warmly as they posed with Brooks, the creative force behind âTaxi.â
The trio appeared relaxed and genuinely happy, a reminder of the camaraderie that defined the series both on and off screen.
For fans, seeing the actors together again felt like stepping back into the Sunshine Cab Company garage, where the showâs sharp humor and heartfelt moments made it a cultural touchstone.
‘Taxi’ Was Wildly Popular
âTaxiâ followed a group of New York City cab drivers whose lives intersected between shifts, blending workplace comedy with surprising emotional depth.
DeVito portrayed the unforgettable Louie De Palma, the short-tempered dispatcher whose insults became legendary.
Henner starred as Elaine Nardo, a confident and independent single mother balancing ambition with compassion.
Their characters often clashed, but the chemistry between the cast helped elevate the show into television history.
GettyJames L. Brooks, who later went on to create âThe Simpsonsâ and win multiple Academy Awards for âTerms of Endearment,â has frequently spoken about the special dynamic on âTaxi.â
The series launched or cemented the careers of its ensemble, which also included Judd Hirsch, Tony Danza, Andy Kaufman and Christopher Lloyd.
Though the cast members have taken very different professional paths, reunions like this highlight how deeply connected they remain.
DeVito Gave a Sweet Speech to Honor His Friend
DeVito gave a speech to honor Brooks as he recieved his star.Â
âIt’s so exciting to be here because this is one of my very dearest friends, Jim Brooks. You are so important to me in my life,â he began.
DeVito recalled the humorous moment he went to audition for âTaxi.â
“And I was really nervous, but I wanted the part. And I came into the room,â he began. âI looked at them. I said, âOne thing I want to know before we start. Who wrote this [explicitive]?â And I threw it on the table.â
While he shared the funny audition, he had nothing but sweet words for Brooks.
âI genuinely want to say thank you for all you did for me in my life and my career,â DeVito added.
He continued, âI love you and you deserve it and everybody should celebrate you forever and ever.â
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