George Wendt, an actor and comedian who was beloved for his performance as Norm Peterson on the long-running comedy series “Cheers” has died, according to his publicist.

The character played by George Wendt, who died this week, brought his authentic self to what could have been superficial exchanges.

Kelsey Grammer is paying tribute to his former "Cheers" co-star George Wendt, remembering the Norm Peterson actor as "hysterical."