Esteemed Actor Pat Finn, a versatile actor, Famed For Parts in Friends and The Middle, Dies at 60 Years Old.
American performer Pat Finn, who featured in popular television series such as "Friends", "Seinfeld" and The Middle, has died at 60 years old.
The skilled improv artist succumbed at his home in LA this Monday after undergoing cancer treatment since 2022, as reported by media reports.
"Pat Finn considered no one a stranger - only friends he didn't know yet," his family shared in a announcement.
They continued that he had "experienced life to the fullest - with happiness and energy".
A Notable TV Career
Finn's first television role was on a show starring George Wendt in 1995, where he played the brother of the main character.
He was also seen in a recurring role on "Murphy Brown" between 1995 and 1997.
He played the part of Joe Mayo in "Seinfeld" in 1998, depicting a host known to delegate tedious tasks to his guests.
In the end of the 90s and start of the 2000s, he had guest spots on several popular shows, including:
- King of Queens
- Friends
- "That '70s Show"
- "House"
He was most recognized for playing Bill Norwood in The Middle, starring in eight seasons from 2011 to 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 a skilled improviser and worked as a teacher at the Colorado university, where he was a professor.
He was involved with a six-person improv troupe named Beer Shark Mice.
"Pat taught, supported, and inspired countless students throughout the years and you'd be hard-pressed to find anyone who has an unkind word to say about him," his family wrote.
In a tribute, peer actor Richard Kind said there was "nobody more kind, gentle, and humorous, grounded individual you could encounter".
"Always positive, helping you be funnier and better. A wonderful father and man," Kind wrote publicly.
The actor is remembered by his spouse Donna, his children, and his parents and siblings.
