Anthony Clark cause of death: What happened to the ‘Yes, Dear’ star who died at 62?

Anthony Clark, the comedian and actor best known for his role on the CBS sitcom Yes, Dear, passed away at the age of 62. His death was announced by his former co-star Mike O'Malley on November 11. Clark began his career as a stand-up comedian before he became a familiar face on television and in films.

What was Anthony Clark's cause of death?

Clark died from complications related to pneumonia, according to Deadline. The publication reported the cause of death in its November 11 report.

O'Malley, who starred alongside Clark on Yes, Dear, shared the news of his death in a social media post. He also recalled knowing Clark before they became co-stars.


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“When my wife Lisa and I were dating back in the mid-nineties, Anthony was already famous in Boston, regularly selling out comedy shows…He was so unique—one of those comics who is laughing along with you at the absurdity of his stories and observations. I was a fan before I was a friend,” O'Malley wrote.

Yes Dear executive producer Greg Garcia also paid tribute to Clark. He told Deadline that they had reconnected over the last few years and spoke on the phone every month.

“I’ve been very lucky to be friends with some of the funniest people in the world, and Anthony Clark had the most insane sense of humor of all of them. The things that would come out of his mouth were so unexpected and hilarious,” Garcia said.

He also recalled their recent conversations and Clark's support for his attempt to try stand-up comedy.

“Just a few weeks ago we were laughing hysterically on the phone, trading jokes and telling stories. It’s a sad day, and I’ll miss him very much. I’m glad he was able to bring a lot of joy and laughter into the world,” Garcia added.

Comedian Nick Swardson also remembered Clark in an Instagram post. He called him one of his best friends and recalled opening for him during his stand-up career.

“I had so many great times with this dude. Non stop laughs. I hope he is at peace now. RIP Tony,” Swardson wrote.

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Talent manager Barry Katz, who said Clark was one of his first clients, also paid tribute to the late actor on X.

Who was Anthony Clark?

Clark started his career as a stand-up comedian. He appeared in HBO's 1995 Young Comedians special alongside Garry Shandling, Dave Chappelle, Dave Attell and Louis C.K.

He later appeared in the 1997 film A Thing Called Love, which starred River Phoenix, Samantha Mathis, Dermot Mulroney and Sandra Bullock. He also had a role in Michael Bay's The Rock, where he played a hairdresser who cuts Sean Connery's hair.

On television, Clark starred in the CBS sitcom Yes, Dear alongside O'Malley, Jean Louisa Kelly and Liza Snyder. The show followed two couples who lived under the same roof and ran for six seasons.