Behind The Scenes Secrets Of 'Everybody Loves Raymond'

In 1996, the world was introduced to the lovable cast of Everybody Loves Raymond. The American comedy sitcom followed the lives of Raymond Barone’s dysfunctional but lovable family. The show might have been wholesome onscreen but we’ve found the dark behind-the-scenes secrets that the cast tried to keep hidden.

Salary Feuds

As the show continued to become more and more popular, Ray Romano’s salary reached some spectacular heights. The leading man’s salary caused some serious behind-the-scenes drama. In 2003, the actor signed a deal which, at the time, led him to become television’s highest paid actor, earning $1.8 million per episode.

The Feud Continues

After Romano’s salary was revealed, Brad Garrett, who played Ray’s older brother Robert, refused to come to taping until he was given a raise. The rest of the cast were reportedly earning around $160 000 per episode. The network quickly renegotiated the actors’ salaries eventually leaving the rest of the cast satisfied.

Legal Troubles

Patricia Heaton, who played Ray’s wife, was sued by a former assistant. Jennifer Lee, the actress’s former employee, filed a lawsuit seeking unpaid wages in the amount of $7,425, plus “overtime and additional expenses.”

Employee Anger

The scandal made headlines. Among Lee’s multiple charges against the star, the former assistant also claimed she was wrongfully fired once she inquired about the unpaid wages. The public has yet to find out exactly what happened with the suit.