Esteemed Performer Pat Finn, a versatile actor, Known For Parts in The Middle and Friends, Has Died at the Age of Sixty.
Stateside entertainer Pat Finn, who appeared in beloved television series like Friends, Seinfeld and The Middle, has died at 60 years old.
The comedy and improvisation performer died at home in Los Angeles, California this Monday after undergoing treatment for cancer from 2022 onward, according to news outlets.
"Pat considered no one a stranger - only friends he hadn't encountered," his family stated in a statement.
They added that he had "embraced life completely - with zest and passion".
An Extensive Television Career
Finn's first television role was in 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" between 1995 and 1997.
He played the part of the character Joe Mayo in "Seinfeld" in the late 90s, playing a host famous for delegating burdensome jobs to his guests.
Throughout the 90s and 2000s, he had guest spots on several popular shows, such as:
- King of Queens
- "Friends"
- That '70s Show
- "House"
Finn was perhaps best known for his portrayal of Bill Norwood in The Middle, starring in eight seasons of the show from 2011 to 2018.
His film credits encompass It's Complicated (2009) and "Santa Paws 2".
A Life in Improv
Outside of his acting parts, Finn was deeply involved in improvisational comedy and worked as a teacher at the University of Colorado, where he was a faculty member.
He was involved with a six-member improv team named Beer Shark Mice.
"Pat coached, befriended and mentored many learners during his career and it's nearly impossible to find someone anywhere who has a bad thing to say about him," his relatives stated.
Paying homage, fellow actor actor Richard Kind said there was "nobody more kind, gentle, and humorous, grounded individual you could encounter".
"Perpetually optimistic, assisting others to improve and be funnier. A great dad, a great guy," Kind wrote publicly.
Pat Finn is survived by his partner Donna, his three kids, and his family.
