Following the devastating passing of comedy great George Wendt, now is the perfect time to look back at his iconic role as Norm in the hit comedy series, Cheers. Beginning his career in the 1970s in Chicago’s Second City comedy troupe,

"Cheers" fans from across Boston and even far away were at the namesake bar in Beacon Tuesday evening where they toasted the late actor's memory and shared some favorite memories of his character, Norm.

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

See the tributes from fellow 'Cheers' stars Ted Danson and John Ratzenberger for their late friend and co-star George Wendt.

George Wendt, who played lovable barfly Norm Peterson on Cheers for 11 seasons, died yesterday at the age of 76. Here’s an