Renowned Actor Pat Finn, Recognized For Roles in The Middle and Friends, Has Died at the Age of Sixty.
Stateside performer Pat Finn, who appeared in beloved television series such as "Friends", Seinfeld and The Middle, has died at 60 years old.
The skilled improv artist passed away at his residence in Los Angeles, California this Monday having undergone treatment for cancer beginning in 2022, according to reports.
"Pat Finn saw everyone as a friend - only friends he hadn't encountered," his relatives said in a statement.
They noted that he had "embraced life completely - with joy and exuberance".
A Prolific Television Career
His initial on-screen part was on the George Wendt Show in the mid-90s, where he appeared as the titular character's brother.
He also had a regular part on Murphy Brown in the latter half of the 1990s.
He appeared as Joe Mayo in "Seinfeld" in the late 90s, depicting a party host famous for delegating burdensome jobs to his guests.
During the late 1990s and early 2000s, he appeared as a guest star on several popular shows, such as:
- King of Queens
- Friends
- "That '70s Show"
- House, M.D.
He was most recognized for portraying Bill Norwood in The Middle, appearing throughout eight series between 2011 and 2018.
His film credits are It's Complicated and Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups.
A Life in Improv
Away from his television work, Finn was an improv performer and also taught at the Colorado university, where he was a professor.
He was involved with a six-person improv troupe named Beer Shark Mice.
"He taught, supported, and inspired many learners over the years and it would be difficult to find a person anyplace who has a bad thing to say about him," his relatives stated.
In a tribute, peer 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 on social media.
Finn is remembered by his wife Donna, his children, and his family.
