From his corner barstool on ‘Cheers,’ Mr. Wendt’s beer-loving character Norm dispensed one-liners and self-deprecating wit in the long-running sitcom.

Wendt, who was born and raised in Chicago, got his start with the improv group Second City in 1975. “Wendt famously dropped ...

Actor George Wendt, who once played the ever-loyal Norm on “Cheers,” died Tuesday morning at his home at the age of 76, his ...

George Wendt, the celebrated comic actor best known for portraying Norm Peterson on the hit sitcom 'Cheers,' has died at the age of 76.

George Wendt, the Emmy-nominated actor and comedian best known for his role as Norm Peterson on the long-running NBC sitcom ...

George Wendt, a Chicago-born actor most known for his role as Norm Peterson on "Cheers," has died at 76, according to his ...