Quick Facts
Born:
1952-08-18
Birthplace:
Houston, Texas, USA
Credits:
81 Total Roles
Patrick Swayze
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Biography
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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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
Donnie Darko
Jim Cunningham
Dirty Dancing
Johnny Castle
Ghost
Sam Wheat
Point Break
Bodhi / Mask President
The Outsiders
Darrel Curtis
Road House
James Dalton
11:14
Frank
The Player
Patrick Swayze (uncredited)
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | How to Rob a Bank MOVIE | Bodhi (archive footage) |
| 2022 | Prisoners of Our Own History: The First Four Films of Roland Joffé MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2019 | The Movies That Made Us TV | Self (archive footage) |
| 2019 | I Am Patrick Swayze MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2012 | I Am TV | Self |
| 2012 | Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen MOVIE | (archive footage) |
| 2009 | Powder Blue MOVIE | Velvet Larry |
| 2009 | The Beast TV | Charles Barker |
| 2008 | Jump MOVIE | Richard Pressburger |
| 2007 | Christmas in Wonderland MOVIE | Wayne Saunders |