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.
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