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George Wendt is an American actor and comedian best known for his role as Norm Peterson on the television show Cheers. He has also appeared in films such as Caddyshack, Fletch, and Thelma & Louise. Wendt was born on October 17, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois. He attended the University of Notre Dame, where he studied economics and anthropology. After graduating, he moved to Chicago and began performing improvisational comedy. Wendt's big break came in 1982 when he was cast as Norm Peterson on the hit television show Cheers. He played the role for 11 seasons, earning six Emmy nominations and two Golden Globe nominations. In addition to his acting career, Wendt has also done voice work for animated films such as The Simpsons Movie and The Emperor's New Groove. He has also appeared in several stage productions, including the Broadway production of Hairspray. Wendt has been married to Bernadette Birkett since 1985. They have two children. As of 2021, George Wendt's net worth is estimated to be roughly $20 million.

Popular As George Robert Wendt
Occupation actor,soundtrack,director
Age 76 years old
Zodiac Sign Libra
Born 17 October 1948
Birthday 17 October
Birthplace Chicago, Illinois, USA
Nationality United States

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George Wendt Height, Weight & Measurements

At 76 years old, George Wendt height is 5' 9½" (1.77 m) .

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Who Is George Wendt's Wife?

His wife is Bernadette Birkett (8 July 1978 - present) ( 3 children)

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Wife Bernadette Birkett (8 July 1978 - present) ( 3 children)
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George Wendt Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is George Wendt worth at the age of 76 years old? George Wendt’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated George Wendt's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Timeline

2008

Playing Edna Turnblad in Hairspray on Broadway [March 2008]

2007

Opened in the play, "12 Angry Men" in Dallas, co-starring Richard Thomas. [February 2007]

1996

Was Originally going to play Steve Harvey's roommate on The Steve Harvey Show(1996) but the role had went to Cedric the Entertainer.

1985

Children: Hilary Wendt (b. 1985), Joe Wendt (b. 1987) and Daniel Wendt (b. 1990) with Bernadette Birkett.

1982

Has played Norm Peterson on seven different shows: Cheers (1982), St. Elsewhere (1982), The Tortellis (1987), The Simpsons (1989), Wings (1990), Frasier (1993), and Family Guy (1999).

1974

George Robert Wendt III was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, USA, to Loretta Mary (Howard) and George Robert Wendt, who was a realtor and navy officer. He attended a strict Jesuit prep school and then dropped out of Notre Dame University after a few uneventful years. He worked with the Windy City's famed Second City comedy troupe from 1974-1980.

1928

Wendt's maternal grandfather was Tom Howard, a photographer for the Washington bureau of P & A Photographs, who took one of the most famous news photos ever: of murderess Ruth Snyder as she was executed at Sing Sing Prison on January 12, 1928. He modified his miniature plate camera with a long shutter release, then smuggled it into the witness room by strapping it onto his left ankle. The photo was on the front page of the next morning's New York Daily News under the headline: DEAD! The camera is at the Smithsonian Institution.