RIP: George Wendt (76)
21st May 2025
George Wendt, who starred as Norm Peterson in the popular comedy series Cheers, has died at the age of 76.
The beloved actor and comedian died peacefully in his sleep at his home early on Tuesday morning, his family said.
“George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him. He will be missed forever,” a representative told the BBC.
Wendt starred as Norm in all 275 episodes of Cheers, which ran from 1982-93. He earned six consecutive Emmy nominations for outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series.
Wendt’s character Norm was a well-loved bar regular, and was one of the few characters to appear in every episode of Cheers…
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