TICK, TOCK, TICK, TOCK!

Here's my scary TV scoop: "Frasier" is now on . . . Death Watch! David Hyde Pierce just told producers he wants to quit after nine great years -- which is why he's been diagnosed in current episodes with potentially fatal heart disease! Folks . . . DON'T PANIC! Although producers wrote the story line to position Niles a heartbeat away from TV's Pearly Gates, they're working overtime to change their star's mind! Be hopeful -- but be prepared! And stay tuned.