Actor Pat Finn, who starred on sitcoms such as Friends and Seinfeld, has died at age 60 after battling cancer, his family has confirmed. Now, his daughter shares a heartbreaking tribute.
A Finn representative confirmed the news. The actor passed away on Monday, December 22, at around 10.30 pm.
“It is with profound sadness and grief that the Finn family announces the passing of beloved comedic actor, Pat Finn,” the rep said in a statement to the NY Post. “In 2022, Pat battled bladder cancer, went into remission, but the cancer returned and metastasized. He was a warrior in every sense of the word,” the statement added.
Later, Pat Finn’s family shared a statement, obtained by People Magazine. They shared that they remember him for his humor and laughter, as well as his love for his favorite sports team.
“After a beautiful life filled with laughter, love, family, and friends, we share the heartbreaking news of the death of Pat Finn,” the statement from his family read. “Pat bravely battled cancer over the past few years. We know heaven is going to have quite the party with Pat Finn‘s arrival. In Pat’s final days, he often showed the biggest signs when the Bears scored a touchdown. No pressure Bears – just saying – do it for Pat.”
‘Friends’ and ‘Seinfeld’ actor Pat Finn dead at 60
The family concluded: “His life and legacy will be carried on through his beautiful family, including his wife Donna and three children, Cassidy, Caitlin and Ryan and the thousands of friends and family that he impacted.”
Born on July 13, 1965, in Evanston, Illinois, Pat Finn attended Marquette University, where he also became great friends with the late Saturday Night Live star Chris Farley. The two even lived together as they joined the Second City comedy institution.
In 1995, Finn began scoring acting roles, including on The George Wendt Show; however, it was canceled after only six episodes. He went on to appear on The Drew Carey Show, That ’70s Show, and Murphy Brown. Also, Pat appeared in two episodes of Friends in 2000, starring as Dr. Roger, Monica’s (played by Courteney Cox) boyfriend.
Pat Finn also starred as Joe Mayo on Seinfeld. Other credits include The Goldbergs, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and 2 Broke Girls. The actor also starred in several films, including Cloud 9, It’s Complicated, and Dude, Where’s My Car.
Tearjerking tribute from his daughter
Pat Finn is survived by his wife, Donna, whom he married in 1990, and his children, Cassidy, Caitlyn, and Ryan. His daughter, Cassidy, posted a heartfelt tribute to her father on Instagram after he died following his cancer battle.
“Dad… you were and are a role model and an inspiration to everyone you met. I tried to think of a word to describe you, but no word could ever do it justice. You are Pat Finn,” Cassidy wrote. “The least shocking thing was hearing the nurses say they have never seen so many people show up at a hospital for someone. That was my dad.”
“My life is forever changed because of him,” she continued. “He taught me to be funny, positive, humble, to listen, to always try my best, to love, and to surround myself with the best people. But most importantly—you taught me kindness.”
“I’ve never met a single person who had a bad thing to say about my dad. I feel like the luckiest person in the world that I got to call you my dad,” the caption concluded. “Can’t wait to drink an Old Style with you again one day. I love you 10, Dad. Ok. :)”
Rest in peace, Pat Finn.
