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Pat Finn, 'The Middle' Actor, Dies at 60 After Cancer Battle

His family says he battled bladder cancer diagnosed in 2022, with remission followed by recurrence that metastasized.

Overview

  • Finn died on Dec. 22 at his Los Angeles home surrounded by loved ones, according to a family announcement confirmed by his manager Andrea Pett-Joseph.
  • He was best known for playing neighbor Bill Norwood on ABC’s The Middle from 2011 to 2018, with memorable turns on Seinfeld as Joe Mayo and Friends as Dr. Roger.
  • A Chicago improv alumnus, he trained at Second City and iO after Marquette University, forging a close friendship with Chris Farley before moving into television.
  • Friends and colleagues organized a GoFundMe during his treatment that has raised more than $118,000 to support his family.
  • Tributes from comedian Jeff Dye, writer Brian Stack, and The Second City praised his kindness, humor, and impact on the comedy community.