Renowned Star The actor Pat Finn, Known For Appearances in The Middle and Friends, Has Died at 60 Years Old.
US entertainer Finn, who appeared in iconic TV shows like Friends, Seinfeld and The Middle, has died at 60 years old.
The skilled improv artist succumbed at his home in Los Angeles on Monday having undergone treatment for a cancer diagnosis since 2022, as reported by media reports.
"He never met a stranger - solely future friends he hadn't encountered," his loved ones shared in a announcement.
They noted that he had "experienced life to the fullest - with joy and exuberance".
A Notable Television Career
Finn's first television role was in the George Wendt Show in the mid-90s, where he appeared as the titular character's brother.
He also had a recurring role on Murphy Brown between 1995 and 1997.
He appeared as Joe Mayo in the show Seinfeld in 1998, playing a party host who would assign burdensome jobs to his guests.
Throughout the end of the 90s and start of the 2000s, he made guest appearances on a variety of popular shows, including:
- "King of Queens"
- Friends
- That '70s Show
- "House"
Finn was perhaps best known for his portrayal of Bill Norwood in The Middle, appearing throughout eight seasons from 2011 to 2018.
His film credits encompass It's Complicated and Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups (2012).
Beyond the Screen
Away from his television work, Finn was a skilled improviser and served as an educator at the University of Colorado, where he was an adjunct professor.
He was part of a comedy group of six named Beer Shark Mice.
"Finn coached, befriended and mentored many learners over the years and it would be difficult to find a person who has anything negative to say about him," his family wrote.
In a tribute, fellow actor Richard Kind said there was "not a more kind, gentle, or funny, grounded individual you could encounter".
"Perpetually optimistic, assisting others to improve and be funnier. A wonderful father and man," he posted online.
Finn is remembered by his partner Donna, three children, and his mother, father, and brothers/sisters.
