Esteemed Star Pat Finn, a versatile actor, Famed For Roles in The Middle and Friends, Has Died at Age 60.
American entertainer Finn, who featured in iconic television series like Friends, Seinfeld and "The Middle", has succumbed aged 60.
The comedy and improvisation performer died at home in Los Angeles, California this Monday following treatment for a cancer diagnosis since 2022, per news outlets.
"He considered no one a stranger - solely future friends he hadn't encountered," his loved ones stated in a announcement.
They continued that he had "embraced life completely - with joy and exuberance".
A Notable Career on Screen
His debut TV appearance was on the George Wendt Show in 1995, where he portrayed the brother of the main character.
He was also seen in a repeating character on "Murphy Brown" from 1995 to 1997.
He played the part of the character Joe Mayo in the show Seinfeld in 1998, portraying a party host known to delegate burdensome jobs to his guests.
During the 90s and 2000s, he had guest spots on several popular shows, like:
- "King of Queens"
- "Friends"
- That '70s Show
- "House"
He was most recognized for playing Bill Norwood in "The Middle", appearing throughout eight seasons of the show over nearly a decade.
His film credits include It's Complicated and Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups (2012).
Off-Screen Life
Beyond his acting parts, Finn was a skilled improviser and also taught at the University of Colorado, where he was a faculty member.
He was involved with a six-member improv team called "Beer Shark Mice".
"Finn guided, supported, and advised countless students during his career and you'd be hard-pressed to find someone anywhere who has anything negative to say about him," his relatives stated.
Offering condolences, colleague and actor actor Richard Kind noted there was "not a more kind, gentle, or funny, authentic human being you could encounter".
"Perpetually optimistic, helping you be funnier and better. A wonderful father and man," he shared online.
The actor is survived by his wife Donna, three children, and his mother, father, and brothers/sisters.
