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George Wendt dies at 76 famed Cheers Norm actor
George Wendt, beloved for playing Norm Peterson on Cheers, dies aged 76 after a career spanning stage and screen. The Chicago native starred on Broadway in Art and Hairspray, later appearing in the national tour of 12 Angry Men and films. He is survived by his wife Bernadette Birkett and children.
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