George Wendt, who portrayed fan-favorite Norm Peterson on "Cheers" for 11 seasons, died at the age of 76. Wendt's cause of death has been revealed, Fox News Digital learned.

George Wendt, known for his role as Norm on "Cheers," shared wild stories with cast members like Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson, revealing their off-screen antics, before his death.

T he news of George Wendt’s sudden passing on May 20 shocked Cheers fans. It was hard to believe the ever-jolly Norm Peterson was suddenly sitting at a barstool in heaven where Coach handed him ...

Actor George Wendt, who once played the ever-loyal Norm on "Cheers," died Tuesday morning at his home at age 76, his family confirmed in a statement through his publicist.

George Wendt, the beloved Cheers actor, praised his famous nephew on the Still Here Hollywood podcast, stating with pride: "Proud especially, you know, not only of the success, but he's solid.

Kelsey Grammer and George Wendt on”Cheers.” NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images. Hours after Wendt’s death was confirmed, Danson, 77 — who portrayed bar owner Sam Malone, shared ...

George Wendt at the 2016 Chiller Theater Expo in New Jersey. WireImage “Cheers” aired on NBC from 1982 to 1993. The cast also included Danson, 77, as Sam Malone, Harrelson, 63, as Woody Boyd ...

George Wendt, the gifted comedic actor who played gregarious, beer-loving barfly Norm Peterson on the legendary NBC sitcom Cheers, passed away on Tuesday morning (May 20). He was 76.

The world mourns George Wendt, the TV icon known as ‘Norm!’ from ‘Cheers.’ At 76, his legacy includes family ties in Kansas City and cherished comedic roles.

Actor George Wendt, 76, died suddenly at his Los Angeles home on May 20. His death certificate revealed health issues that contributed to his death.

George Wendt on 'Cheers'. Aaron Rapoport/Corbis/Getty Wendt was best known for playing Norm Peterson on Cheers , and he appeared in every episode from its 1982 premiere to its finale in 1993.

George Wendt: 'Cheers' stars Ted Danson, John Ratzenberger and Rhea Perlman pay tribute. Ted Danson, who starred as Sam Malone on "Cheers," also said in a statement that he was "devastated to hear ...