Actor George Wendt, known for his beer-loving character Norm Peterson on the hit TV show "Cheers," died Tuesday. He was 76 years old.
"George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend, and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him," his publicist Melissa Nathan said in a statement. "He will be missed forever."
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Wendt passed peacefully in his sleep at his home in Los Angeles, but the cause is not yet clear. The family has asked for privacy during this time.
The Chicago native began his acting career in sketch comedy improv, and his skills landed him a few small roles on the TV shows "Taxi," "Soap," and "M*A*S*H" before getting his big break on "Cheers." Wednt played Norm for 11 years, earning six consecutive Primetime Emmy nominations.
He is survived by his wife Bernadette Birkett, three children, and two
stepchildren.
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