Patrick Wayne Swayze (/ ˈsweɪzi / SWAY-zee; August 18, 1952 – September 14, 2009) was an American actor, singer, songwriter, and dancer. 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.

Patrick Swayze. Actor: Dirty Dancing. Patrick Wayne Swayze was born on August 18, 1952 in Houston, Texas, to Patsy Swayze (née Yvonne Helen Karnes), a choreographer, and Jesse Wayne Swayze, a chemical plant engineer draftsman.

Feb 6, 2025 · Patrick Swayze (born August 18, 1952, Houston, Texas, U.S.—died September 14, 2009, Los Angeles, California) was an American actor and dancer who was perhaps best known for his performances in Dirty Dancing (1987) and Ghost (1990).

Apr 3, 2014 · Born in 1952 in Houston, Texas, Patrick Swayze began his career as a dancer before finding success on Broadway. After early films like The Outsiders, he enjoyed a breakout as the sexy star of...

Patrick Swayze. Actor: Dirty Dancing. Patrick Wayne Swayze was born on August 18, 1952 in Houston, Texas, to Patsy Swayze (née Yvonne Helen Karnes), a choreographer, and Jesse Wayne Swayze, a chemical plant engineer draftsman.

Dec 24, 2024 · Patrick Swayze rose to fame as a Hollywood icon with an array of memorable performances that captivated audiences around the world. His breakout role as Johnny Castle in the 1987 romantic drama "Dirty Dancing" not only showcased his incredible dancing skills but also introduced him as a leading man.

Sep 15, 2009 · Patrick Swayze, the actor and classically trained dancer whose role in the enduringly popular “Dirty Dancing” made him a movie star, one who struggled with the alienation of fame and...

Aug 16, 2023 · Patrick Swayze's Life in Photos. From Dirty Dancing to his valiant battle with pancreatic cancer, see what made the actor a beloved star

Patrick Wayne Swayze (August 18, 1952 – September 14, 2009) was an American actor, singer, songwriter and dancer. He was born in Houston, Texas. He had starred in many successful Hollywood movies, including Red Dawn (1984), Dirty …

Sep 13, 2022 · Actor Patrick Swayze, who combined sex appeal with every-man charm, died on Monday, Sept. 14, 2009, at the age of 57. He “passed away peacefully with his family at his side,” said...