‘Cheers’ star George Wendt dead at 76

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“Cheers” star George Wendt has died. He was 76.

The actor, who portrayed Norm Peterson in the sitcom, “died peacefully in his sleep while at home” on Tuesday, his rep told The Post.

“George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him,” a family spokesperson said in a statement.


George Wendt poses for a photo.
“Cheers” star George Wendt has died. ©Sony Pictures/Courtesy Everett Collection

John Ratzenberger, George Wendt pose together.
He was 76. ©NBC/Courtesy Everett Collection

“He will be missed forever. The family has requested privacy during this time,” the rep continued.

A cause of death has not been revealed.

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