Renowned Performer Pat Finn, Known For Parts in Friends and The Middle, Dies at Age 60.
US entertainer Finn, who featured in iconic programs like Friends, "Seinfeld" and The Middle, has succumbed at the age of 60.
The skilled improv artist died at home in LA this Monday following cancer treatment since 2022, as reported by media reports.
"Pat considered no one a stranger - only friends he hadn't encountered," his relatives stated in a statement.
They noted that he had "lived his life fully - with zest and passion".
A Notable TV Career
His debut TV appearance was on the George Wendt Show in 1995, where he appeared as the titular character's brother.
He subsequently landed a recurring role on "Murphy Brown" from 1995 to 1997.
He appeared as Joe Mayo in Seinfeld in 1998, portraying a host who would assign tedious tasks to his guests.
Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, he appeared as a guest star on a variety of popular shows, including:
- "King of Queens"
- "Friends"
- "That '70s Show"
- "House"
His most famous role for playing Bill Norwood in The Middle, featuring across eight series from 2011 to 2018.
His cinematic roles include It's Complicated (2009) and Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups (2012).
Beyond the Screen
Outside of his acting parts, Finn was a skilled improviser and also taught at the University of Colorado, where he was an adjunct professor.
He was a member of a six-member improv team called Beer Shark Mice.
"Finn guided, supported, and advised countless students during his career and it would be difficult to find someone anyplace who has an unkind word to say about him," his family wrote.
Paying homage, colleague and actor actor Richard Kind noted there was "nobody more kind, gentle, and humorous, grounded individual you could encounter".
"Always positive, making those around him better and funnier. A wonderful father and man," he shared on social media.
Pat Finn is survived by his spouse Donna, three children, and his family.
