Deep Space Nine and notice that walrus-faced alien who’s always sitting at the bar, quietly nursing a drink? Well, that Morn, and this silent space barfly was directly inspired by George Wendt ’s beloved character Norm from Cheers .

George Wendt, best known for playing Norm on 'Cheers,' died peacefully in his sleep while at home early Tuesday morning, according to a family representative.

A burly, easygoing Chicago native, he became a staple of living rooms across the country for more than a decade as one of America’s favorite barflies.