The death certificate of 'The Middle' actor Pat Finn confirms bladder cancer as his cause of death, following initial reports of his passing on December 22, 2025, at age 60. Obtained by TMZ, the document details a years-long battle with a bladder tumor, with no other significant conditions listed.
Pat Finn, the veteran character actor best known as neighbor Bill Norwood on ABC's 'The Middle' (2011-2018), died at his Los Angeles home surrounded by family. The death certificate, as reported by TMZ, specifies a cancerous tumor in his bladder after several years of fighting the disease.
Initial announcements noted his battle with bladder cancer, which prior reports had indicated. The certificate also records Finn's 35 years as an actor; his remains were cremated. He is survived by wife Donna and their three children.
Finn's career highlights, including collaborations with Chris Farley at Second City, roles on 'Seinfeld,' 'Murphy Brown,' and others, were detailed in earlier coverage of his death. His family requested kindness and support for the Chicago Bears in their statement.
