‘Cheers’ Star George Wendt Died Of Cardiac Arrest, Death Certificate Confirms

‘Cheers’ Star George Wendt Died Of Cardiac Arrest, Death Certificate Confirms

The cause of death for George Wendt has officially been confirmed.

According to a death certificate obtained by TMZ, the Cheers star died of cardiac arrest. Underlying causes included congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, and hypertension.

Additional contributing conditions were end-stage renal disease (kidney failure) and hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol).

 

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Last month, it was reported that George passed away peacefully in his sleep at home, with his publicist sharing:

“George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him. He will be missed forever. The family has requested privacy during this time.”

Condolences to his loved ones.

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