Peter Van Norden, 'Police Academy 2' and '‘The Naked Gun 2½’ actor, dies at 75

Peter Van Norden, the actor known for "Police Academy 2," "The Naked Gun 2 ½" and his extensive work as a stage actor, has died. He was 75 years old. Van Norden’s wife, Wendy, told TMZ that he died peacefully Thursday at a hospice facility in Southern California. He had several health conditions, she said. "We lost a legend last night with the passing of Peter Van Norden," Preston Peterson wrote on Facebook. "He came on board at the last minute to our little indie film and elevated the movie beyond measure. He braved sub-zero night shoots and long days, but always showed up with a smile and ready to deliver. "He was kind, thoughtful, and inspiring. He taught me so much about making movies in our little time together, and he never failed to send me a birthday message all these years later.