Remembering George Wendt: Beloved Actor from 'Cheers' Passes Away at 76
George Wendt, famed for playing Norm Peterson on 'Cheers,' has died at 76. His family shared he passed peacefully in his sleep.
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George Wendt, the actor known for his role as Norm Peterson on the iconic sitcom "Cheers," has died at the age of 76. Passing away peacefully at home, Wendt was a beloved figure in comedy, earning six Emmy nominations for his portrayal of the affable barfly. He started his career at The Second City and appeared in multiple productions on Broadway and television. Wendt's legacy will be remembered through his memorable performances and his family, including his wife Bernadette Birkett and three children.
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George Wendt's most notable role was playing Norm Peterson in the sitcom 'Cheers'. This role earned him six Primetime Emmy nominations for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series and cemented his status as a beloved figure in comedy.
George Wendt attended a Jesuit prep school and later dropped out of Notre Dame University. He began his career in entertainment at The Second City in Chicago, where he met his future wife, Bernadette Birkett.
Bernadette Birkett, George Wendt's wife, played the voice of Norm's never-seen wife, Vera, in the series 'Cheers'.
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