Cheers star George Wendt dead at 76

Everyone knew his name.George Wendt, famous for playing Norm Peterson in the iconic sitcom “Cheers,” has died.Family sources shared that Wendt passed away in his sleep at home on Tuesday morning, according to TMZ.His publicist, Melissa Nathan, confirmed his death, telling Variety, “George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him.He will be missed forever.
The family has requested privacy during this time.”He was 76.Wendt’s official cause of death has not been disclosed....