Ted Danson, ‘Cheers’ Co-Stars Break Silence on George Wendt’s Death

Ted Danson, 77, has broken his silence on the death of his former Cheers co-star George Wendt. Wendt “died peacefully in his sleep” on May 20 at 76, his family confirmed.

After news of Wendt’s death broke on Tuesday, Danson shared a heartfelt statement with The New York Post through his representative. “I am devastated to hear that Georgie is no longer with us,” the statement read.“I am sending all my love to [Wendt’s wife] Bernadette and the children. It is going to take me a long time to get used to this.