Legendary Chicago actor George Wendt dies
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George Wendt didn’t just play a rabid Chicago sports fan on TV. He was one ... on the old ballpark in 1991 called “Eighty Years of Celebration — Old Comiskey Park.” The Sox honored ...
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Fans Mourn Passing of Bears 'Superfan' George Wendt From Saturday Night Live SkitsFans mourned the passing of Wendt, who led a gregarious band of Bears, Bulls and Blackhawks superfans on the show featuring SNL cast members Mike Myers, Chris Farley and others during the time it captured hearts and minds on the popular TV show.
Wendt started his comedy career at The Second City up north in Chicago's Old Town neighborhood in 1975. He would appear on the main stage there for five years. After taking on a f
Actor George Wendt ... and then the other show got canceled." Wendt's beloved "Cheers" character, Norm Peterson, became a fan favorite, as the frequent customer had a punchline for every pint.