Actor Peter Van Norden, Known for ‘Police Academy 2’ and ‘The Stand,’ Dies at 75
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Peter Van Norden, a character actor who appeared in films such as “Police Academy 2” and the TV miniseries “The Stand,” died Thursday in California, according to a statement from his son Robert on Instagram. He was 75. Born in New York, Van Norden graduated from Colgate University and began his career on stage. His first screen role was in the 1979 film “Squeeze Play,” and he went on to appear in movies including “Waitress!,” “The Accused,” and “Gigli.” In “Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment,” he played police dog officer Vinnie Schtulman. He also had guest roles on numerous TV series throughout the 1980s and 1990s, including “Cheers,” “Murder, She Wrote,” and “Family Matters.” Van Norden is survived by his wife, Wendy, and his son, Robert.
What’s reported
Peter Van Norden died Thursday in California, as confirmed by his son Robert on Instagram.
He was 75 years old.
He was born in New York and graduated from Colgate University.
His first screen role was in the 1979 film “Squeeze Play.”
He played Vinnie Schtulman in “Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment.”
He played Ralph Brentner in the 1994 Stephen King miniseries “The Stand.”
He played Henry Kissinger in the 1990s series “Dark Skies.”
He is survived by his wife, Wendy, and his son, Robert.
Key figures
Peter Van Norden, actor
Robert Van Norden, his son
Wendy Van Norden, his wife
Sources: Variety
