George Wendt, actor who played Norm on ‘Cheers,’ dead at 76 | CNN


Actor George Wendt, famous for his role as Norm Peterson on the TV show 'Cheers,' passed away at the age of 76.
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George Wendt, an actor and comedian who was beloved for his performance as Norm Peterson on the long-running comedy series “Cheers” has died, his family announced.

He was 76.

“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. The family has requested privacy during this time,” a representative for the family said in a statement to CNN.

This is a developing story and will be updated.

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