Renowned Performer Pat Finn, a versatile actor, Recognized For Parts in The Middle and Friends, Dies at the Age of Sixty.
US entertainer Pat Finn, who featured in iconic TV shows including Friends, "Seinfeld" and "The Middle", has died at 60 years old.
The comedy and improvisation performer succumbed at his home in Los Angeles this Monday following treatment for a cancer diagnosis since 2022, according to news outlets.
"Pat Finn considered no one a stranger - only friends he had yet to meet," his loved ones said in a message.
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 portrayed the titular character's brother.
He was also seen in a regular part on "Murphy Brown" between 1995 and 1997.
He played the part of the character Joe Mayo in the show Seinfeld in the late 90s, portraying a social organizer famous for delegating unpleasant chores to his guests.
In the late 1990s and early 2000s, he made guest appearances on a variety of hit series, such as:
- King of Queens
- Friends
- "That '70s Show"
- "House"
He was most recognized for his portrayal of the character Bill Norwood in "The Middle", appearing throughout eight series over nearly a decade.
His film credits include It's Complicated (2009) and Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups.
Beyond the Screen
Away from his television work, Finn was a skilled improviser and also taught at the Colorado university, where he was an adjunct professor.
He was part of a six-member improv team named Beer Shark Mice.
"Finn taught, supported, and inspired countless students during his career and you'd be hard-pressed to find a person anyplace who has an unkind word to say about him," his family wrote.
Paying homage, colleague and actor Richard Kind said there was "nobody more kind, gentle, and humorous, down to earth person you could encounter".
"Perpetually optimistic, assisting others to improve and be funnier. A wonderful father and man," Kind wrote publicly.
Finn is survived by his wife Donna, his children, and his family.
