Anthony Clark, comedian and 'Yes, Dear' star, dies at 62

Anthony Clark, a stand-up comedian and actor best known for his role as Greg Warner on the CBS sitcom 'Yes, Dear,' has died at the age of 62, his former co-star Mike O'Malley confirmed, as reported by fox10phoenix.com and Variety.

Clark's career included starring roles in the sitcoms 'Boston Common' and 'Soul Man,' and he also hosted season four of the reality series 'Last Comic Standing,' according to fox10phoenix.com and Hollywood Reporter.

'Yes, Dear' aired from 2000 to 2006, spanning six seasons and following two young couples with contrasting parenting styles. The show featured Clark alongside Mike O'Malley, Jean Louisa Kelly, Liza Snyder, and Billy Gardell, Variety noted.

Mike O'Malley shared memories of Clark's early days as a stand-up comedian, describing him as a unique comic who connected with audiences through his storytelling and humor. They spoke on the phone three weeks before Clark's passing, with O'Malley saying Clark "had us laughing loudly once again," according to fox10phoenix.com and Hollywood Reporter.

Clark graduated from Emerson College in 1986 with a degree in mass communication and won the Top College Comedian Award during his studies. He began his television career with a lead role on NBC's 'Boston Common' in 1996, as detailed by Hollywood Reporter.