Esteemed Star Pat Finn, Known For Roles in The Middle and Friends, Has Died at 60 Years Old.
Stateside performer Finn, who featured in iconic TV shows like Friends, Seinfeld and The Middle, has passed away at 60 years old.
The comedy and improvisation performer passed away at his residence in LA on Monday following treatment for cancer since 2022, as reported by media reports.
"He considered no one a stranger - only friends he hadn't encountered," his family shared in a statement.
They continued that he had "experienced life to the fullest - with happiness and energy".
A Notable TV Career
His initial on-screen part was in the George Wendt Show in 1995, where he portrayed the brother of the main character.
He subsequently landed a recurring role on "Murphy Brown" in the latter half of the 1990s.
He played the part of a party host named Joe Mayo in the show Seinfeld in 1998, playing a social organizer who would assign unpleasant chores to his guests.
In the end of the 90s and start of the 2000s, he had guest spots on a variety of hit series, like:
- "King of Queens"
- Friends
- "That '70s Show"
- House
Finn was perhaps best known for playing Bill Norwood in The Middle, featuring across eight seasons between 2011 and 2018.
His film credits include "It's Complicated" and Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups.
Beyond the Screen
Away from his acting parts, Finn was an improv performer and also taught at the University of Colorado, where he was a professor.
He was a member of a six-person improv troupe called Beer Shark Mice.
"He coached, befriended and mentored numerous pupils over the years and you'd be hard-pressed to find someone who has an unkind word to say about him," his loved ones expressed.
Offering condolences, fellow actor Richard Kind said there was "not a more kind, gentle, or funny, down to earth person you could encounter".
"Perpetually optimistic, helping you be funnier and better. A great dad, a great guy," he shared online.
Pat Finn is remembered by his spouse Donna, his children, and his family.
