"Cheers" Star George Wendt's Unexpected Demise at 76
TVpersonality meets tragic end - TV icon breathed his last in this manner.
Hey there, folks! We've got some sad news to share with you today. On May 20th, the world said goodbye to one of its beloved TV icons, George Wendt, famous for his role as Norm in the iconic sitcom "Cheers." The actor passed away at the age of 76, as confirmed by his family in a statement. The cause of his untimely demise has now been revealed, and it's a heartbreaker.
"Cheers" Star George Wendt's Heartbreaking Farewell
Sources close to the case, such as TMZ, have revealed that Wendt's death was due to a heart attack. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health's death certificate also listed coronary heart disease and high blood pressure as the primary culprits. It appears Wendt had been battling high cholesterol, and his kidney health was less than ideal. His remains were cremated on May 28th.
Wendt was no stranger to the small screen, appearing in every episode of "Cheers," for more than eleven seasons. His exceptional performance earned him six consecutive Emmy nominations for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series between 1984 and 1989. Beyond "Cheers," Wendt starred in shows like "The Tortellis" and "Frasier," and even had his own show, "The George Wendt Show," although it only lasted a few episodes in 1995.
Crew and Co-Stars Mourn the Loss
The news of Wendt's passing has left his colleagues and pals in mourning. Ted Danson, his "Cheers" co-star, shared his sorrow with The Hollywood Reporter, stating, "I'm utterly crushed to learn that Georgie has left us. I send all my love to Bernadette and the kids. It's going to take a considerable amount of time for this to sink in. I love you, Georgie."
John Ratzenberger, who played Cliff in the series, also bid his long-time friend farewell with moving words: "For eleven years on 'Cheers,' we shared a stage, countless laughs, and a front-row seat to one of television's most cherished friendships. George breathed life into Norm with a quiet genius - the kind that makes it seem effortless. That was his gift."
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- The cause of George Wendt's demise, confirmed by sources like TMZ, was a heart attack due to coronary heart disease and high blood pressure.
- George Wendt, a celebrated actor known for his role in "Cheers," has left the entertainment industry and the hearts of his colleagues, such as Ted Danson and John Ratzenberger, in mourning after his unexpected death at the age of 76.
