Obituary of George Wendt

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George Wendt

George Wendt (born October 17th, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois) was an TV Actor who was often recognized for playing the character of Norm Peterson, the regular bar patron, on the American TV show "Cheers". George died on May 20th, 2025 and his death was possibly because of his generally poor health. He was 76.

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George Wendt Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Wendt, George
    • Common Name: George Wendt
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
    • Birth Date: October 17, 1948
    • Age: 76 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Norm, Peterson
    • Occupation: TV Actor
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Perdue Chicken
    • Favorite Color: Orange
    • Favorite Scent: 1 Million by Paco Rabanne
    • Favorite Actor: Denzel Washington

    George's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: George Robert Wendt III
    • Father: George Robert Wendt
    • Mother: Loretta Mary Wendt (née Howard)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Bernadette Birkett (married 1978-present)
    • Son(s):
      • Joe Wendt (born 1987)
      • Daniel Wendt (born 1990)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Hilary Wendt (born 1985)

Death Notice:

  • Date: May 20 2025 at age 76
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Undisclosed reason (age related)

Category Tags:

TV ActorAmerican Born on October 17th Born in 1948 Born in Illinois Died in 2025 Died at age 76 Died from Undisclosed reason

Quotable Quotes:

"Improvising is best left to those who really love it. Improvising itself is kind of fun, but the apprehension before the improv is not. I don't think that fast; I can't write that fast. Some people can look at a bunch of suggestions and can come up with a premise, but that was never my long suit." (IMDB)

"He was an amazing man, always baking and spending time with family and friends. We will all miss him deeply. (V)"

"George Wendt had a remarkable life and legacy, leaving behind a lasting impact on the entertainment industry through his incredible talent and unforgettable performances. (V)"

Is Ms. George Wendt still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-05-20 17:44:26
Author: Tucker
Confirmation: George Wendt on Wikipedia


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