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George Wendt, comedian and actor beloved as Norm on "Cheers," dies at 76

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George Wendt died peacefully in his sleep at home early Tuesday morning , his family says.

Wendt was best known for his role as Norm on " Cheers ," which ran from 1982 to 1993 .

The role earned him six consecutive Primetime Emmy Award nominations.

He had been married to Bernadette Birkett since 1978 .

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