Peter Van Norden, a character actor known for comedy films and a television role in Stephen King’s miniseries “The Stand,” dies at age 75. Multiple outlets report that he appeared in “Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment” and “The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear,” and also had credits that include “The Stand.” Deadline and other coverage say he dies peacefully Thursday morning at a hospice in Southern California, with his wife Wendy at his side. Variety also reports that his son Robert confirms the death via Instagram.
Beyond screen work, Hollywood Reporter and Variety describe Van Norden’s extensive stage career, including performances across Broadway, off-Broadway, and regional productions. Coverage also notes that he was born in New York and graduated from Colgate University before beginning his acting path onstage. The reporting across outlets is consistent on his key screen roles, his age at death, and the circumstances of his passing.
