Date of Birth: August 18, 1952
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Date of Death: September 14, 2009
Biography
Patrick Wayne Swayze was an American actor, dancer, singer, and songwriter who gained fame for his roles in a variety of successful films. Born on August 18, 1952, in Houston, Texas, Swayze was the son of choreographer and dance instructor Patsy Swayze and engineering draftsman Jesse Wayne Swayze. He began his career in the entertainment industry in the 1970s, transitioning from dance to acting. Swayze’s breakthrough role came with the 1983 film “The Outsiders,” where he played the character Darrel Curtis. However, it was his lead roles in the films “Dirty Dancing” (1987) and “Ghost” (1990) that catapulted him to stardom. In “Dirty Dancing,” he portrayed dance instructor Johnny Castle, a role that showcased his dancing skills and made him a heartthrob. “Ghost” featured him as Sam Wheat, a man who tries to communicate with his partner after his death, and it solidified his status as a leading man in Hollywood. Throughout his career, Swayze was known for his versatility, taking on various roles in films such as “Road House” (1989), “Point Break” (1991), and “To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar” (1995). He was nominated for three Golden Globe Awards and received numerous other accolades for his work. Despite his professional success, Swayze faced personal challenges, including a battle with alcoholism. In early 2008, he was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. Swayze continued to work and inspire people with his resilience until his death on September 14, 2009, at the age of 57.
5 Interesting Facts about Patrick Swayze
1. Patrick Swayze was a licensed pilot and owned a Beechcraft airplane.
2. He was a skilled dancer and trained in ballet at the Harkness Ballet and Joffrey Ballet schools.
3. Swayze co-wrote and performed the song “She’s Like the Wind,” which was featured in “Dirty Dancing.”
4. He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1997.
5. Swayze was posthumously awarded the Rolex Dance Award in 2012, recognizing his contributions to dance.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Patrick Swayze
1. “Pain don’t hurt.”
2. “If you love something, set it free; if it comes back, it’s yours. If it doesn’t, it never was.”
3. “When those you love die, the best you can do is honor their spirit for as long as you live.”
4. “Nobody puts Baby in a corner.”
5. “I’ve always felt there was something different in there, but I wasn’t sure what it was.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Patrick Swayze’s net worth was estimated to be around $40 million.
Children
Patrick Swayze and his wife, Lisa Niemi, did not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Patrick Swayze IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000664/
2. [Patrick Swayze Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick_Swayze
3. [Patrick Swayze Biography on Biography.com](https://www.biography.com/actor/patrick-swayze
4. [Patrick Swayze on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/patrick_swayze
5. [Patrick Swayze Tribute Page](http://www.patrickswayze.net/
