Renowned Actor The actor Pat Finn, Known For Roles in The Middle and Friends, Passes Away at the Age of Sixty.

American performer Pat Finn, who was seen in beloved television series such as "Friends", "Seinfeld" and The Middle, has passed away at the age of 60.

The comedy and improvisation performer passed away at his residence in Los Angeles, California this Monday after undergoing treatment for a cancer diagnosis since 2022, according to media reports.

"Pat never met a stranger - just potential friends he didn't know yet," his relatives shared in a statement.

They noted that he had "embraced life completely - with happiness and energy".

A Notable Television Career

His initial on-screen part was on the George Wendt Show in 1995, where he appeared as the titular character's brother.

He subsequently landed a recurring role on Murphy Brown between 1995 and 1997.

He appeared as Joe Mayo in the show Seinfeld in the late 90s, playing a host who would assign tedious tasks to his guests.

During the 90s and 2000s, he made guest appearances on several popular shows, like:

• King of Queens
• Friends
• That '70s Show
• House, M.D.

He was most recognized for his portrayal of Bill Norwood in The Middle, featuring across eight seasons of the show from 2011 to 2018.

His work in movies are It's Complicated and Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups (2012).

A Life in Improv

Outside of his television work, Finn was deeply involved in improvisational comedy and also taught at the University of Colorado, where he was a professor.

He was a member of a comedy group of six known as "Beer Shark Mice".

"Pat guided, supported, and advised many learners over the years and you'd be hard-pressed to find anyone anyplace who has a bad thing to say about him," his family wrote.

Offering condolences, colleague and actor Richard Kind remarked there was "no kinder, gentler, funnier, authentic human being you could encounter".

"Always positive, assisting others to improve and be funnier. A great dad, a great guy," he shared online.

Pat Finn is survived by his wife Donna, three children, and his parents and siblings.