FRIENDS star Mike Hagerty “Mr. Treeger” dies aged 67

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Actor Mike Hagerty, who played memorable roles in TV shows including Friends and films such as Overboard, has died aged 67.

Bridget Everett, Hagerty's friend and costar, announced the news of his death in a post on Instagram. She said, "With great sadness, the family of Michael G. Hagerty announced his death yesterday in Los Angeles. A beloved character actor, his love of his hometown of Chicago and his family were the cornerstones of his life.”

Mike Hagerty is known by fans for his recurring role as Mr. Treeger on the 1990s NBC comedy series Friends. He also most recently portrayed farmer Ed Miller on HBO's Somebody Somewhere. He also appeared in other movies and shows including Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Cheers, Community, CSI, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Entourage, Glee, Grey's Anatomy, Shameless, Seinfield and many others.

Many actors including Sarah Jessica Parker, Amy Sedaris and Alex Borstein expressed their condolences.