George Wendt, who played Norm in Cheers, dies at age of 76
Actor George Wendt, who played Norm Peterson in the iconic sitcom Cheers, has died at the age of 76.
His family said he died early on Tuesday morning, peacefully in his sleep, according to the publicity firm The Agency Group.
"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 said in a statement.
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