Patrick Swayze
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 roman
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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Born
Aug 18, 1952
Houston, Texas, USA
Died
Sep 14, 2009
Known For
Acting
Movies
59 acting
3 crew
Popularity
4.5
Known For
Ghost
1990
as Sam Wheat
Dirty Dancing
1987
as Johnny Castle
Donnie Darko
2001
as Jim Cunningham
Point Break
1991
as Bodhi / Mask President
The Outsiders
1983
as Darrel Curtis
Uncommon Valor
1983
as Kevin Scott
The Player
1992
as Patrick Swayze (uncredited)
The Fox and the Hound 2
2006
as Cash (voice)
To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar
1995
as Vida Boheme
Road House
1989
as James Dalton
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