Biff Wiff, a character actor best known for his multiple guest turns on the Netflix sketch comedy series “I Think You Should Leave,” has died following an extended battle with cancer, his management firm Entertainment Lab confirmed on Instagram. Wiff’s decades-long career began with a guest turn on the “Gidget” sequel series “The New Gidget,” and included early roles in shows like the original “Night Court,” “Roseanne” and “Crossing Jordan.” From children’s programs like “True Jackson, VP,” and “iCarly,” to procedurals like “NCIS,” “Rizzoli & Isles,” and “The Mentalist,” Wiff’s roles spanned many genres, though he displayed a continued affinity for comedy.

He appeared in “Desperate Housewives,” “Silicon Valley,” “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” “Brooklyn 99,” “Fresh Off the Boat,” “Grace and Frankie,” “Pen15” and “Jury Duty,” before coming full circle with a four-episode stint on the “Night Court” reboot. Wiff was best known to fans for playing multiple roles in Robinson’s “I Think You Should Leave.” In addition to his television work, Wiff had a supporting role in 2023 best picture winner “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” The news of his passing was met with an outpouring of tributes from the entertainment industry, with many of his colleagues and friends sharing their favorite memories of working with him.

Some of Wiff's notable roles include: * A shirt brother in the third season of Tim Robinson’s “I Think You Should Leave” * A supporting role in the Oscar-winning film “Everything Everywhere All at Once” * A guest turn on the “Gidget” sequel series “The New Gidget” * Early roles in shows like the original “Night Court,” “Roseanne” and “Crossing Jordan” * Appearances in children’s programs like “True Jackson, VP,” and “iCarly” * Roles in procedurals like “NCIS,” “Rizzoli & Isles,” and “The Mentalist” Wiff’s portrayal of a pretentious Santa Claus moonlighting as the star of action film, “Detective Crashmore,” came in at Number 19 in Rolling Stone’s ranking of every “I Think You Should Leave” sketch from its first two seasons.

According to a GoFundMe organized by Wiff’s friends, the actor had been hospitalized over a recurrence of cancer a couple of years ago. “It’s been a crazy journey, working so much last year, and then having these symptoms come back,” he had written in June 2023 in a GoFundMe post. According to the last update in February 2024, he was undergoing continued treatments, recovering at home, and preparing to return to set for “Night Court.” Wiff’s legacy will be remembered through his extensive body of work, which continues to bring joy and laughter to audiences around the world.

Wiff’s death is a significant loss to the entertainment industry, and he will be deeply missed by his fans and colleagues. His contributions to the world of comedy and television will never be forgotten, and his memory will live on through the countless lives he touched through his work. As the news of his passing continues to spread, fans and fellow actors alike are taking to social media to share their favorite memories of Wiff and pay tribute to his incredible talent and legacy, remembering him as a beloved character actor and a star of the entertainment industry.