Norman Gene Macdonald (October 17, 1959 – September 14, 2021) was a renowned Canadian stand-up comedian, actor, and writer known for his deadpan delivery and folksy humor. His career in comedy took off after his performances at stand-up clubs in Ottawa and his debut at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. Macdonald's talent and unique comedic style led to appearances on popular shows like The Pat Sajak Show, Late Night with David Letterman, and eventually, a writer and cast member position on Saturday Night Live (SNL). During his time on SNL, Macdonald became famous for his impressions and anchoring the Weekend Update segment, which featured his signature deadpan delivery and offbeat humor. Despite being controversially removed from the Weekend Update, Macdonald continued to make waves in the entertainment industry, appearing in films, headlining his own sitcom, The Norm Show, and hosting talk shows like Norm Macdonald Live and Norm Macdonald Has a Show. He also ventured into voice acting, with roles in popular shows and films. Macdonald's talent and influence in the comedy world were widely recognized, and his unexpected passing in 2021 left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.

Norm Nixon, born on October 11, 1955, is a retired professional basketball player known for his time with the Los Angeles Lakers and the San Diego/Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA. Dubbed "Stormin' Norman," he achieved two NBA All-Star selections and won two NBA championships with the Lakers in 1980 and 1982, marking the start of their Showtime era. Nixon's early life was marked by personal challenges, including his mother's battle with myasthenia gravis and his parents' divorce when he was young. Despite these obstacles, he excelled in sports, particularly basketball and football, during his time at Southwest High School in Macon, Georgia. He further honed his skills at Duquesne University, where he achieved notable success on the basketball court and had his jersey retired in recognition of his accomplishments.Selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 1977 NBA draft, Nixon had a successful six-season stint with the team before joining the San Diego/Los Angeles Clippers. His time with the Clippers was marked by individual accolades and leadership, although the team did not reach the playoffs during his tenure. Unfortunately, injuries ultimately impacted his later career, leading to his retirement at the end of the 1988–89 season.Norm Nixon's impact on the NBA is remembered through his versatile playmaking abilities and contributions to the success of the Lakers during the early 1980s.

Norman Bertram Coleman Jr., born on August 17, 1949, is an American politician, attorney, and lobbyist. He served as a United States Senator for Minnesota from 2003 to 2009 and was the mayor of Saint Paul, Minnesota from 1994 to 2002. Originally a member of the Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party, Coleman became a Republican in 1996. Known for his ideological shift from liberal Democrat to conservative Republican, Coleman's political journey has been eventful. He played a pivotal role in bringing the National Hockey League back to Minnesota during his mayoral tenure. Despite being known for his pragmatic leadership style and successes in revitalizing St. Paul, Coleman faced criticism and conflicts with the Democratic Party's more liberal members. After an unsuccessful reelection bid in 2008, he transitioned to a career in lobbying and now chairs both the Republican Jewish Coalition and the conservative American Action Network. Coleman's early life saw him as an active member of the counterculture and a liberal Democrat, later transitioning to conservatism as an adult. His educational background includes graduating from James Madison High School in Brooklyn, attending Hofstra University, and earning a Juris Doctor from the University of Iowa College of Law. After law school, Coleman joined the office of the Minnesota Attorney General as a prosecutor, eventually rising to chief prosecutor and then solicitor general. His tenure as mayor saw the elimination of underfunded retirement health benefits for city workers and the successful return of

Hilary Norman Peterson, portrayed by actor George Wendt, is a regular fictional character on the American TV show Cheers. Norm appeared in all 275 episodes from 1982 to 1993 and was one of the main cast members. Along with Sam Malone and Carla Tortelli, Norm is one of only three characters to appear in every episode of Cheers and made guest appearances in other shows set in the Cheers universe. The character was based on a frequent customer the show's co-creator met while working as a bartender. Norm's entrance into the bar is a running gag, and he is known for his witty remarks and love for beer. He is depicted as a lifelong Boston Celtics fan and a former member of the United States Coast Guard. Despite being unemployed at times, Norm is the bar's best customer and is often joked about for the enormous size of his tab at Cheers. Norm's character evolved from an accountant to a housepainter and decorator throughout the show. His iconic greeting "Afternoon (or Evening), everybody!" and the bar crowd's enthusiastic response became a trademark of the show.

Norman Leslie Sloan Jr. (June 25, 1926 – December 9, 2003) was a prominent figure in American college basketball. He began his career as a basketball coach shortly after graduating from college in 1951, and over the span of 38 seasons, Sloan made a significant impact as a coach at various institutions, including Presbyterian College, The Citadel, North Carolina State University, and the University of Florida. Notably, he won the 1974 national championship at North Carolina State, his alma mater. Sloan's combative nature with the media, players, and school administrators earned him the nickname "Stormin' Norman." His coaching career ended in controversy when Florida's basketball program was under investigation in 1989. Sloan's early years saw him excel in basketball at Lawrence Central High School in Indianapolis before receiving an athletic scholarship to play guard for the NC State Wolfpack. He also played football and was a member of the track and field team during his time at NC State. Sloan's coaching career began at Presbyterian College, where he led the basketball team to conference championships. He then went on to coach at Memphis State, The Citadel, and the University of Florida, where he laid the foundation for the Gators' basketball program. He later returned to his alma mater, North Carolina State, and achieved success with multiple Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) championships. Despite controversy and challenges, Sloan's impact on college basketball remains a significant part of his legacy