Mary Steenburgen as Michael's Music Teacher Although Steenburgen's cameo was very brief, it was memorable for its real-life connection: she plays the music teacher who teaches Michael how to play guitar, and she's Ted Danson's wife in real life! Steenburgen is an Oscar-winning actress (for 1980's Melvin and Howard) who is currently starring on Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist. Image Source: Getty / Paul Archuleta