James Michael Tyler, 'Gunther' from 'Friends', Dead at 59.<br />CBS News reports actor James Michael Tyler, who portrayed Gunther on the <br />beloved sitcom 'Friends,' has died. .<br />The actor had been battling <br />prostate cancer. He was 59.<br />On the 'Today' show this summer, Tyler <br />spoke publicly about his diagnosis.<br />I've been dealing with that diagnosis for almost the past three years. It's stage 4... so eventually, you know, it's gonna probably get me. , James Michael Tyler, actor, on 'Today'.<br />Tyler appeared virtually instead of <br />in-person on the recent 'Friends' reunion.<br />The actor said it was his <br />choice to remotely attend the reunion. .<br />I didn't want to be like, Oh, and by the way, Gunther has cancer. , James Michael Tyler, actor, on "Today".<br />Tyler said that many of his former castmates <br />were aware of his condition.<br />Tyler is survived by his wife, Jennifer Carno.<br />According to the Mayo Clinic, prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer. <br />It is highly treatable with early detection
