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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Height
1 cm (0'0")
Eye Color
Blue
Nationality
Religion
Catholic Church
Languages
English
Spouse
Lisa Niemi (1975-2009)
Parents
Jesse Wayne Swayze, Patsy Swayze
Siblings
Vicki Lynn Swayze, Bambi Swayze, Sean Kyle Swayze, Don Swayze
Education
Beverly Hills Playhouse, Coastal Carolina University, San Jacinto College, Waltrip High School
Zodiac Sign
♌ Leo
Chinese Zodiac
龙 Dragon
Name Origin
English < Old English (wægen)
Popularity
Tier A -- 285,370 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 26
Year context
Born in 1952 -- US detonates first hydrogen bomb; Harry S. Truman was US president
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Career
Career spanning 29 years (1979-2008)
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Dragon
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Cultural Uplift
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Filmography (27)
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Biography
Patrick Wayne Swayze (August 18, 1952 – September 14, 2009) was an American actor, dancer and singer-songwriter. He was best-known for his tough-guy roles, as romantic leading men in the hit films Dirty Dancing and Ghost and as Orry Main in the North and South television miniseries. He was named by People magazine as its "Sexiest Man Alive" in 1991. His film and TV career spanned 30 years.
Diagnosed with Stage IV pancreatic cancer in January 2008, Swayze told Barbara Walters a year later that he was "kicking it". However, he died from the disease on September 14, 2009. His last role was the lead in an ill-fated A&E TV series, The Beast, which premiered on January 15, 2009. Due to a prolonged decline in health, Swayze was unable to promote the series. On June 15, 2009, Entertainment Tonight announced the show's cancellation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Patrick Swayze?
Patrick Swayze was born on and passed away on at the age of 57.
Where was Patrick Swayze born?
Patrick Swayze was born in Houston, Texas, USA.
What movies or shows has Patrick Swayze been in?
Patrick Swayze has 27 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Movies That Made Us (2019), The Beast (2009), Jump! (2008), Christmas in Wonderland (2007), Keeping Mum (2005).
What is Patrick Swayze known for?
Patrick Swayze is primarily known as an actor. Patrick Wayne Swayze (August 18, 1952 – September 14, 2009) was an American actor, dancer and singer-songwriter. He was best-known for his tough-guy roles, as…
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