Patrick Swayze died from cancer on September 14, 2009
Patrick Wayne Swayze, American actor, dancer, and singer-songwriter has died on September 14, 2009, he was 57 years old. His publicist says he died with his family at his side.
He was best-known as the male lead actor in the films Dirty Dancing and Ghost. He was listed by People magazine as its "Sexiest Man Alive" in 1991.
Patrick Swayze was diagnosed with Stage IV pancreatic cancer in January 2008, Swayze gave cancer a good fight and succumbed to the disease on September 14, 2009. Swayze acknowledged that his chain smoking probably "had something to do with" the development of his disease, however, he continued to smoke during his battle with cancer.
He was the lead in an A&E TV series, The Beast, which premiered on January 15, 2009. However, due to a prolonged decline in health, Swayze was unable to promote the series. On June 15, 2009, Entertainment Tonight reported that the show had been canceled.
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I wonder if Whoopi Goldberg can hear him now, I'm just sayin'...
That was just wrong Jon. But it was funny lol
It's so sad to hear of anyone that young succumbing to cancer. I had a lot of friends who drooled over that man.
I loved watching "Dirty Dancing", and admittedly watched it at the dollar movies a total of 26 times. I fell in love with the man on that screen...I wanted to be "Baby." My heart goes out to his wife and family...
Dirty Dancing was honestly my favourite movie BY FAR . this has brought tears to my eyes! I fell inlove with him on that movie, he was so sexy, such a good man . good actress, Rest Easy Swayze <3 forever in our hearts, never forgotten thats for sure !! <3
I first fell in love with Patrick Swayze during the North & South miniseries. He was so handsome and that voice, that body... so hot and yet so down to earth. He was so hilarious on the SNL skit with Chris Farley. He was magnificient in Ghost and he kicked butt in Too Wong Foo. All of his movies were great. He was a class act. I've been a big fan for many years and he never failed to deliver.
I'm sure he's pushing a penny up a wall somewhere. lol
My best goes to Patricks wife and family. As I watched his interview with Barbara Walters, I rrelived many of the same comments my son had made before I lost him seven years ago, he was 30 years old. You never get over it and you will have something remind you always, but you get on with it each and everyday.
Rest in peace to a wonderful actor and God be with his family during this tragic loss. What a Gorgeous actor he was, and what a fighter to have battled such a horrific cancer, and yet, still smiled for the cameras. Rest In Peace Patrick as you will never be forgotten by your millions of fans. WE LOVE YOU!!!
I'm proud to be a fan. He made us cry in ghost, laugh and love with dirty dancing, feel tough as nails with road house, but more importantly he showed us how to be REAL. Not let fame, fortune, and good looks go to his head. I never heard of him cheating on his wife or forgetting where he came from. More of us should strive to be like that. You will be missed but never forgotten Patrick. May God bless you and your family.
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I just loved watching Patrick in his movies. Especially the one called "Road House." Because I named my son after his charecter in that movie. My prayers and my heart goes out to his family.
HE WAS JUST LOVED SO MUCH END OF STORY
he was doh so cute and so young to i had the time of my life getting 2 know him and Michael jackson and Chris Farley all clasics
where is my comment! PAT SUUZAIE WAS HOT! WORD 2 MICHAEL jackson and chris farley tommy boy rocks,Gohst was fab 2 but dirty dancing omg
He was a great actor and will be missed by all. We all loved him and will most likely continue to laugh and cry through his movies.
He was a wonderful actor, georgous,genuine, and so easy to watch over and overagain. My daughter named my Grandson Dalton, so Patrick has always been special in our lives. It would be hard to choose my favorite movie because 3 are my all time favorites. I am so sorry for his family's loss, He will be missed by many. He is in a better place, he no longer hurts, He is at peace. May God Bless Him and everyone who loved him. We will never forget the joy You brought to our lives. You will be missed for a very long time, but close to our hearts through all the movies You left us.
Really great actor. :( So sad he died
patrick swayze was an amazing actor!
hes movie dirty dancing i was in love with that movie thats my 2nd favorite movie ever!
hes an amazing actor!
and never will be forgotten!
Kanye West just interrupted Patrick Swayze's funeral to say that Michael Jackson’s death was better.
Outstanding actor, outstanding man!!
PATRICK WAS AN AMAZING AND VERY TALENTED ACTOR.HE WILL BE MISSED.
he will alwayz b in our hearts n in our minds no matter wat. we love you very much patric swayze
I remember him when he did Dirty Dancing and Ghost. .he was brilliant,wonderful actor. .i will miss him very much. .i have big a fan of his for years. .and will always be a big fan. .for years to come. .he was wonderful. .funny. .also good looking. .i will prey that his wife and family will be fine through out all of this. .I will love you always Patrick. .
Patrick Swayze was an awesome actor...My favorite movie that he stared in was Dirty Dancing...He is dearly loved and will be missed by many..I love you and miss you alot wish you was still here
Patrick was one of my all time favorite actors. Dirty dancing and ghost were a couple of the most touching movies I have seen
My prayers go out to his family. Patrcik was very loved
Very sad that he's gone. A great talent, a beautiful personality, recognized around the world.
He left a great example to many people about smoking.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family! May God's love comfort them during this tough time in their lives! God Bless!
He was a true Model to me and i really admire him and like his show.how could you leave us suddenly...May you Rest in Perfect Peace.
Patrick swayze was a legend. And his life will live on with us forever. R.I.P!
we will miss him lost ut of ghost and drit daceing
When someone passes, whether known to all or a friend/family member, we think about the impact that soul had on others and the world. Patrick was not only H.O.T. but was a genuine person who allowed us all to share his highs and lows. We experienced his amazing career and his fight with cancer. The movies he made will be played for years to come for our children and their grandchildren. When they ask, "Who is he" and "where is he now"....we can share with them that Patrick could dance, act and love with more heart than most of us don't have the courage to even try let alone touch hearts with. RIP and keep on danc'in.
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