What if the funniest man at the bar held the secret to unforgettable storytelling?

George Wendt, best known for playing Norm Peterson on Cheers, didn't just tell jokes — he told truths. Through beer-fueled one-liners, he gave a voice to the everyday worker, the over-it optimist, who just wanted a drink and a minute to breathe. And he did it so well that we never questioned why he was always at the bar — we wanted to be there with him.
His delivery was as dry as the floor of a dive bar after last call. But the man was sharp. Wendt's ability to make you laugh and flinch with the same line was a form of emotional jiu-jitsu. Norm wasn't just funny — he was therapy.

Top lines like, "It's a dog-eat-dog world, and I'm wearing Milk-Bone underwear," made Cheers more than a sitcom. It was a commentary on the absurdity of life, wrapped in foam and served with sarcasm.

George Wendt left us on Tuesday at 76. But every punchline he delivered is a masterclass in timing, tone, and truth. And if you're building content, don't sleep on what he taught us: know your character, deliver with soul, and always, always leave 'em laughing.
How many beers did Norm drink?

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