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Patrick Swayze

Aug 18, 1952 - Sep 14, 2009 (57 years old) in Houston, Texas, USA

Patrick Wayne Swayze (August 18, 1952 – September 14, 2009) was an American actor, dancer and singer-songwriter. Known for his romantic, tough, and comedic roles in blockbusters and cult films, Swayze was nominated for three Golden Globes and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1997.

Swayze received recognition for acting in the drama film The Outsiders (1983), the action film Red Dawn (1984), and the miniseries North and South (1985–1986). His breakthrough came with the romantic drama film Dirty Dancing (1987), receiving a Golden Globe nomination. He rose to further prominence in the action films Road House (1989) and Point Break (1991), and received two more Golden Globe nominations for his roles in the supernatural romance film Ghost (1990) and the road comedy film To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1995). He also had a major role in the cult thriller Donnie Darko (2001).

Outside of acting, Swayze co-wrote and recorded the song "She's Like the Wind" with Stacy Widelitz for the Dirty Dancing soundtrack album, which peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100. He was also recognized for his public image and looks, and was named "Sexiest Man Alive" by People magazine in 1991. On September 14, 2009, Swayze died of pancreatic cancer at the age of 57.

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Known For

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Hollywood Squares
Self - Panelist
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M*A*S*H
Gary Sturgis
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Amazing Stories
Eric David Peterson
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North and South
Orry Main
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Ghost
Sam Wheat
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Where Are They Now?
Self
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Donnie Darko
Jim Cunningham
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Dirty Dancing
Johnny Castle
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Point Break
Bodhi / Mask President
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The Movies That Made Us
Self (archive footage)

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