US EditionJason Sudeikis Pays Tribute to His Late Uncle, ‘Cheers’ Star George Wendt
- Jason Sudeikis, the star of Ted Lasso, paid tribute to his late uncle George Wendt, a Cheers star who died on May 20, 2025, during a charity event in Kansas City.
- Wendt’s death in his sleep at age 76 came shortly before the annual Big Slick fundraiser, which he helped start in 2010 to support Children's Mercy Hospital and fight pediatric cancer.
- At the Big Slick kickoff press conference on May 30, Sudeikis described Wendt as fun, kind, and warm, calling him an incredible influence who taught him acting was a real career option.
- Paul Rudd, also at the event, said Wendt’s absence will be deeply felt despite his lasting presence, while anecdotes about Wendt’s fondness for Kansas City cheeseburgers highlighted his willingness to participate.
- The tribute underscored Wendt’s impact on family and community, reinforcing the Big Slick event’s goal to eradicate pediatric cancer through ongoing support and remembrance.
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