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Who was Norm Peterson? You’re aging yourself if you know the answer to the question. More realistically, you aged yourself by clicking on an opinion piece with “Norm Peterson” in the title.
The character of Norm Peterson from the iconic television show Cheers is an absolute fan-favorite, thanks to his witty one-liners and his ever-presence at the bar ...
Some will say Cheers was a refuge from Vera (the wife we never saw) too, but for “The Peterson Principle,” the episode in which Norm defended Vera’s honor. Norm loved Vera, but not his job.
George Wendt, the actor who portrayed Norm Peterson on Cheers, has died. He was 76 years old. “Beloved actor and comedian, George Wendt, best known for starring in the NBC hit comedy Cheers, has ...
In this performance, the role of the boy will be played by Norm Peterson.” — Norm Peterson (Season 11, Episode 3) John Ratzenberger and George Wendt in 'Cheers' ©NBC / courtesy Everett Collection ...
George Wendt, who played Norm Peterson in all 11 seasons of NBC’s Cheers, has died. He was 76. Wendt’s family confirmed early Tuesday morning that he died peacefully in his sleep at home.
George Wendt, who played Norm Peterson on ‘Cheers’ visits Boston’s Cheers bar in 2001 | Darren McCollester/Getty Images George Wendt and John Ratzenberger auditioned for the same role ...
Norm Peterson has also appeared on two separate animated TV series from Fox: "The Simpsons" and "Family Guy." The former show makes perfect sense, seeing as Grammer has been a recurring mainstay ...
One word can have such an impact. “Cheers” star George Wendt, who died May 20 at the age of 76, left behind a legacy in the annals of TV comedy that is hard to equal, thanks to one word: Norm ...
George Wendt, right, portrayed Norm Peterson in "Cheers" with courageous candor. From left are Woody Harrelson, John Ratzenberger and Kelsey Grammer.
Who was Norm Peterson? You’re aging yourself if you know the answer to the question. More realistically, you aged yourself by clicking on an opinion piece with “Norm Peterson” in the title.