George-Wendt-Obituary

George Wendt

Los Angeles, California

Oct 17, 1948 – May 20, 2025 (Age 76)

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BORN
October 17, 1948
DIED
May 20, 2025
AGE
76
LOCATION
Los Angeles, California

Obituary

George Wendt, the actor who as Norm from "Cheers" created one of television's most beloved and enduring characters, died in his sleep May 20, 2025, at his home in Los Angeles at the age of 76.?

Though his acting career spanned over 170 roles across dozens of shows, for most viewers,...

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Eternally farewell George Wendt best knnown for playing the lovable Norm Peterson on Cheers, 32 years to the day of the sitcom’s finale airing. Wendt “died peacefully in his sleep while at home,” according to his rep, who remembered the actor as a doting family man, a well- loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him.” After years of minor roles on TV series like M*A*S*H and Taxi, the Chicago native, whose sister Kathy is the Mother of actor Jason Sudeikis, had...

To George Wendt, You were a very talented actor. Enjoy watching on the sitcom cheers. You made me laugh. My prayers go to your family and friends .Lisa Weiner

My heartfelt sympathy to you and yours at this sad time."

Wendts , so hard to know what to say when someone has touched your life and your families life . Anytime I think of George or the wendts , I have to smile . George always remembered where he came from. He meant so much to so many people.I think he must of got tired , so hard to keep all the busy life up . We will miss you George .Thanks for the memories. Love Marcy Ryan Dignan

Condolences to the family, For years as fans we enjoyed the entertaining skills of your dear one. We are certain you enjoyed much more as family and close friends. What has helped my family and I to continue to cope with the loss of a precious loved one day to day is relying on one another, speaking about and sharing memories. Find reasons to smile and above all pray. Talk to the Hearer of Prayer.

I was one of the thousands who loved you "Georgie". The record in your obit that described your other accomplishments was great. I knew you were good......all of your experience proves it. God Bless your memory and God Rest your soul. Herman Stayman, USAF retired and a very old guy who knew you were great ! ! ! !

Cheers will always have a special place in my heart. It was a big part of my childhood. "Here's to you Mr. Wendt! I hope to meet you at the bar sometime, save me a seat!