Beloved Performer Pat Finn, Famed For Parts in Seinfeld and The Middle, Passes Away at 60 Years Old.
American performer Finn, who appeared in beloved programs such as Friends, Seinfeld and The Middle, has died at the age of 60.
The comedy and improvisation performer succumbed at his home in LA on Monday having undergone treatment for cancer since 2022, according to news outlets.
"Pat never met a stranger - just potential friends he hadn't encountered," his loved ones shared in a statement.
They continued that he had "embraced life completely - with joy and exuberance".
A Prolific TV Career
Finn's first television role was on a show starring George Wendt in the mid-90s, where he portrayed the lead character's sibling.
He also had a recurring role on Murphy Brown from 1995 to 1997.
He appeared as Joe Mayo in the show Seinfeld in 1998, depicting a party host famous for delegating unpleasant chores to his guests.
Throughout the 90s and 2000s, he had guest spots on numerous hit series, including:
- "King of Queens"
- "Friends"
- "That '70s Show"
- "House"
His most famous role for his portrayal of Bill Norwood in "The Middle", featuring across eight series over nearly a decade.
His film credits encompass It's Complicated (2009) and Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups.
Beyond the Screen
Outside of his television work, 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 part of a comedy group of six known as Beer Shark Mice.
"Finn guided, supported, and advised many learners during his career and it's nearly impossible to find anyone who has a bad thing to say about him," his relatives stated.
In a tribute, fellow actor Richard Kind said there was "no kinder, gentler, funnier, down to earth person you could encounter".
"Perpetually optimistic, assisting others to improve and be funnier. An excellent dad and person," he shared on social media.
Finn is survived by his wife Donna, his three kids, and his parents and siblings.
