Renowned Star The actor Pat Finn, Known For Appearances in Seinfeld and The Middle, Dies at Age 60.

US performer Pat Finn, who was seen in beloved programs including "Friends", Seinfeld and The Middle, has died aged 60.

The comedic improv actor succumbed at his home in LA on Monday following treatment for a cancer diagnosis beginning in 2022, per reports.

"He saw everyone as a friend - just potential friends he hadn't encountered," his relatives said in a statement.

They added that he had "lived his life fully - with zest and passion".

A Prolific Career on Screen

His debut TV appearance was in the George Wendt Show in 1995, where he appeared as the titular character's brother.

He also had a regular part on Murphy Brown in the latter half of the 1990s.

He starred as the character Joe Mayo in Seinfeld in 1998, depicting a party host who would assign unpleasant chores to his guests.

During the 90s and 2000s, he had guest spots on a variety of well-known programs, including:

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

Finn was perhaps best known for his portrayal of the character Bill Norwood in The Middle, featuring across eight seasons between 2011 and 2018.

His cinematic roles include It's Complicated and Santa Paws 2: The Santa Pups.

Beyond the Screen

Outside of his acting parts, Finn was an improv performer and also taught at the University of Colorado, where he was a faculty member.

He was involved with a six-person improv troupe named "Beer Shark Mice".

"Pat guided, supported, and advised many learners throughout the years and you'd be hard-pressed to find a person anyplace who has anything negative to say about him," his relatives stated.

In a tribute, fellow actor Richard Kind said there was "no kinder, gentler, funnier, grounded individual you could encounter".

"Perpetually optimistic, helping you be funnier and better. An excellent dad and person," Kind wrote on social media.

The actor is remembered by his spouse Donna, three children, and his family.