Best known for playing Norm Peterson in ‘Cheers’ (1982–1993), and roles in ‘The Little Mermaid’ (1989), ‘The Mighty Ducks’ (1992), and ‘Fletch Lives’ (1989).
Films
- Man of the HouseButler2005
- Grown Ups 2Norm Peterson (cameo)2013
- The Chicago 8Judge Julius Hoffman2011
- ScroogedBudget Group Representative #21988
- The Little MermaidChef Louis (voice)1989
- Fletch LivesJoe Jack1989
- The Mighty DucksCoach Harold Reilly1992
TV shows
- CheersNorm Peterson1982–1993
- The SimpsonsNorm Peterson (voice, cameo)1993
- Saturday Night LiveHost (1 episode)1995
- Spin CityClaude Cobb2001
- TeachersDick2006
- Modern FamilyWalter2015
- The GoldbergsCoach ‘Sully’ Sullivan2019
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About George Wendt
George Wendt is an American actor and comedian best known for his long-running role as Norm Peterson on the sitcom ‘Cheers’. With a career spanning over four decades, he has appeared in numerous films and television shows, often playing affable, everyman characters.
FAQs
Was George Wendt in any Disney films?
Yes, he voiced Chef Louis in Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ (1989).
Did George Wendt appear in any ‘Frasier’ episodes?
No, his character Norm Peterson did not appear on ‘Frasier’. However, a few actors from ‘Cheers’ made cameos; Wendt did not.
Is George Wendt related to any other actors?
He is the uncle of actors Jason Sudeikis and Missi Pyle (by marriage), and his nephew is actor/comedian John Gemberling.
Has George Wendt won any awards for ‘Cheers’?
He was nominated for six Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his role as Norm, but did not win.
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