Beloved Actor Pat Finn, a versatile actor, Famed For Appearances in The Middle and Friends, Passes Away at 60 Years Old.

American entertainer Pat Finn, who featured in beloved television series including Friends, "Seinfeld" and The Middle, has passed away at 60 years old.

The skilled improv artist passed away at his residence in LA recently after undergoing treatment for cancer from 2022 onward, as reported by news outlets.

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

They added that he had "experienced life to the fullest - with happiness and energy".

A Notable Television Career

His initial on-screen part was on the George Wendt Show in the mid-90s, where he appeared as the lead character's sibling.

He was also seen in a recurring role on "Murphy Brown" from 1995 to 1997.

He played the part of a party host named Joe Mayo in Seinfeld in the late 90s, playing a host who would assign tedious tasks to his guests.

During the late 1990s and early 2000s, he appeared as a guest star on a variety of popular shows, such as:

• The King of Queens
• Friends
• "That '70s Show"
• House

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 encompass "It's Complicated" and Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups.

Off-Screen Life

Beyond his on-screen roles, Finn was an improv performer and also taught at the University of Colorado, where he was an adjunct professor.

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

"He guided, supported, and advised countless students during his career and it would be difficult to find a person anywhere who has an unkind word to say about him," his family wrote.

In a tribute, fellow actor actor Richard Kind noted there was "nobody more kind, gentle, and humorous, grounded individual you could encounter".

"Always positive, assisting others to improve and be funnier. An excellent dad and person," Kind wrote online.

Pat Finn is survived by his spouse Donna, his three kids, and his family.