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Rhea Perlman is weighing in on the recent death of her former “Cheers” co-star, George Wendt. “That was the saddest thing ...
Actor George Wendt, who played Norm, a beer-chugging teddy bear for 11 seasons on “Cheers,” has died at age 76. Reporting for TODAY, NBC’s Joe Fryer looks back at his life and career.
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Actor George Wendt, best known for his role as Norm on "Cheers," has passed away at 76. His career spanned decades, earning him six Emmy nominations for best supporting actor.
Born on Oct. 17, 1948, in Chicago, Wendt began his career in comedy at The Second City theater. Prior to "Cheers," he starred in a few roles on television, including "M*A*S*H," "Taxi" and "Soap ...
Actor George Wendt's journey from a one-word audition to becoming Norm on "Cheers" is celebrated after his death. Former co-stars honor his legacy with touching tributes.
George Wendt, the actor and comedian, who found fame as Norm Peterson in the1980s NBC sitcom “Cheers,” passed away at 76. Wendt, who was a native of the South Side neighborhood of Beverly ...
Remembering George Wendt, ... Wendt started his comedy career at The Second City up north in Chicago's Old Town neighborhood in 1975. He would appear on the main stage there for five years.
George Wendt will be remembered as a "family man.". The Cheers alum married his wife, Bernadette Birkett, in 1978. Together, they welcomed three children, with whom he remained close before he ...
A cause of death has been confirmed for “Cheers” star George Wendt, who died on May 20 at the age of 76.. The beloved actor died from cardiac arrest, according to a death certificate released ...
Actor George Wendt, who once played the ever-loyal Norm on “Cheers,” died Tuesday morning at his home at the age of 76, his family confirmed in a statement through his publicist.