Esteemed Star Pat Finn, a versatile actor, Famed For Roles in Seinfeld and The Middle, Has Died at Age 60.
American entertainer Pat Finn, who appeared in iconic television series such as Friends, "Seinfeld" and "The Middle", has died at the age of 60.
The comedy and improvisation performer died at home in Los Angeles this Monday after undergoing treatment for cancer from 2022 onward, per media reports.
"Pat saw everyone as a friend - solely future friends he had yet to meet," his relatives shared in a announcement.
They noted that he had "embraced life completely - with happiness and energy".
A Prolific TV Career
His initial on-screen part was on the George Wendt Show in 1995, where he portrayed the brother of the main character.
He subsequently landed a repeating character on Murphy Brown from 1995 to 1997.
He starred as a party host named Joe Mayo in "Seinfeld" in 1998, depicting a host famous for delegating burdensome jobs to his guests.
During the 90s and 2000s, he had guest spots on numerous popular shows, including:
- The King of Queens
- Friends
- That '70s Show
- "House"
Finn was perhaps best known for playing the character Bill Norwood in The Middle, featuring across eight series from 2011 to 2018.
His work in movies include It's Complicated (2009) and "Santa Paws 2".
A Life in Improv
Outside of his acting parts, Finn was an improv performer and also taught at the Colorado university, where he was an adjunct professor.
He was part of a comedy group of six known as "Beer Shark Mice".
"He coached, befriended and mentored many learners over the years and it would be difficult to find someone who has anything negative to say about him," his loved ones expressed.
Offering condolences, peer Richard Kind noted there was "nobody more kind, gentle, and humorous, down to earth person you could encounter".
"Perpetually optimistic, making those around him better and funnier. An excellent dad and person," Kind wrote publicly.
Pat Finn is remembered by his spouse Donna, his three kids, and his family.
