Anthony Clark, YES, DEAR Star and Stand-Up Comedian, Dies at 62

Anthony Clark, the comedian and actor best known for playing Greg Warner on the CBS sitcom YES, DEAR, died Tuesday, November 10, 2026. He was 62.

His former costar and friend Mike O’Malley announced Clark’s death Wednesday in a heartfelt social media tribute, remembering a comedian whose infectious laughter and unusual perspective made him a favorite among fellow performers.

According to the Los Angeles Times, O’Malley first encountered Clark at Boston’s Comedy Connection in the 1990s, where Clark had already established himself as a popular stand-up performer.

“I was a fan before I was a friend,” O’Malley wrote.

The two had spoken by phone just three weeks before Clark’s death, O’Malley recalled, and spent much of the conversation laughing together.

From Boston Comedy Clubs to Network Television

Born in Lynchburg, Virginia, Clark established his comedic reputation on the Boston stand-up circuit before making the transition into television and film.

His early screen appearances included the films THE THING CALLED LOVE and THE ROCK, along with television work that eventually led to starring roles in NBC’s BOSTON COMMON and CBS’ SOUL MAN.

Clark’s expressive delivery, distinctive voice and talent for observational comedy helped him develop a recognizable television persona. Although he found considerable success as an actor, stand-up comedy remained central to his professional identity.

His biggest television breakthrough came in 2000, when he was cast as Greg Warner in the CBS sitcom YES, DEAR.

Six Seasons of YES, DEAR

Clark starred opposite Mike O’Malley, who played Jimmy Hughes, in the family comedy about two couples with dramatically different approaches to marriage and parenting.

The series followed Greg and Kim Warner alongside Jimmy and Christine Hughes as the families navigated the frustrations and absurdities of raising children while sharing living space.

YES, DEAR ran for six seasons and 122 episodes between 2000 and 2006, becoming Clark’s most recognizable television role.

In 2006, Clark returned to his stand-up roots as host of the fourth season of NBC’s LAST COMIC STANDING, the reality competition series dedicated to discovering new comedy talent.

His television work introduced him to a broad national audience, but his reputation within the comedy community extended well beyond his sitcom performances.

Fellow Comedians Remember a Stand-Up Original

Following news of Clark’s death, fellow comedians shared memories of his generosity, friendship and extraordinary ability to make people laugh.

Nick Swardson, who had opened for Clark during his early career, remembered him as a longtime close friend and reflected on the laughter they shared over the years.

Dane Cook also paid tribute to Clark, recalling his exceptional abilities as a live performer during their years on the Boston comedy scene, according to TV Insider.

Their recollections painted a picture of a performer whose influence was felt just as strongly backstage and in comedy clubs as it was on television.

For audiences who grew up watching YES, DEAR, Clark will be remembered as Greg Warner, the frequently exasperated husband and father at the center of the show’s family conflicts.

For the comedians who knew him long before network television came calling, he was something equally memorable: a gifted stand-up with an unmistakable voice and an infectious love of making people laugh.

Sources

• • Los Angeles Times, November 11, 2026

  • TheWrap, November 11, 2026

  • TV Insider, November 11, 2026