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George Wendt, 'Cheers' star, dead at 76
CHICAGO, MAY 20 – George Wendt, beloved for 11 seasons as Norm on Cheers, earned six Emmy nominations and was remembered as a devoted family man who died peacefully in his sleep, family said.
- George Wendt, the actor best known for playing Norm Peterson on Cheers, died peacefully in his sleep at home early Tuesday morning at age 76.
- Wendt gained fame on the hit 1980s TV comedy Cheers, where he portrayed a gentle, beer-loving barfly through 11 seasons after auditioning despite low expectations.
- He earned six consecutive Emmy nominations from 1984 to 1989 and also crafted a stage career appearing on Broadway in productions such as Hairspray, Art, and Elf.
- Wendt is survived by his wife, Bernadette Birkett, a Second City alum who voiced Vera on Cheers, along with his children and stepchildren, and was described by co-star Rhea Perlman as "the sweetest, kindest man I ever met."
- His family requested privacy as they remembered him as a doting family man and well-loved friend, while his work continues to highlight the lasting impact of his comedic roles.
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George Wendt, Beloved ‘Cheers’ Star, Dies at 76
Source: Gilbert Carrasquillo / Getty George Wendt, best known for playing Norm Peterson on the iconic sitcom “Cheers“, has died at the age of 76, his publicist confirmed Tuesday. Wendt passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by loved ones, as reported by TMZ. His family remembered him as a devoted family man and friend. “George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him. He wi…
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