George Wendt, best known for playing Norm Peterson on the long-running sitcom Cheers, has died. He was 76.
The actor died on the morning of Tuesday, May 20. In a statement to PEOPLE, his publicist Melissa Nathan confirmed, “Beloved actor and comedian, George Wendt, best known for starring in the NBC hit comedy Cheers, has passed away.”
“George’s family confirmed the news of his death early Tuesday morning, announcing he died peacefully in his sleep while at home,” the statement continued.
“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 to grieve and handle medical and funeral-related insurance claims in peace.
