Patrick Swayze

Patrick Swayze

  • Born: 1952-8-18
  • Birthplace: Houston
  • Height: 5' 10" (1.78 m)
  • Profession: actor
  • Nationality: America
  • Graduate School: University of San Jacinto
  • Representative Works: Ghost, North And South
  • Patrick Swayze (Patrick Swayze, August 18, 1952-September 14, 2009), was born in Houston, Texas, USA, an actor.
    Learned ballet since childhood and once performed on the Broadway stage. In 1997, due to the recurrence of a knee injury, he ended his dance career and moved to the film and television industry. In 1985, he attracted attention with the mini TV series " North And South ". In 1987, he showed his talents in the musical " Dirty Dancing " and was nominated for Best Actor Golden Globe Awards . In 1990, he impressed passionate men and women in the world with " Ghost " and created a personal peak in acting.

    Performing Experience

    Patrick Swayze, graduated from San Jacinto College (San Jacinto College).
    In 1979, he completed his first film "Skatetown".
    In 1990, in the film " Ghost " (Ghost), Patrick and Demi Moore played rival roles, playing her murdered boyfriend. His affectionate performance has moved countless audiences.
    In 1991, in "Point Break" (Point Break), he was transformed into a bold bank robber. The film won an MTV Movie Award nomination. In the same year, he was named "the sexiest man today" by "People" magazine
    In 1992, he won the title of Sho West Actor of the Year.
    In 1997, he became the 2094th star on Walk Of Fame .
    In 2006, "Red Men and Green Women" was staged at the Picardie Theatre in London .
    In 2009, he participated in the filming of the TV series "Henry Philip McCoy" .

    Personal Life

    Patrick was plagued by alcoholism in his life and was admitted to the hospital to get rid of alcohol addiction. After that, he and his wife Lisa moved to live on a farm in Texas.
    In late January 2008, Patrick unfortunately suffered from pancreatic cancer. During the treatment, he did not give up his work. On September 14, 2009, Patrick Swayze died peacefully with his wife at the age of 57. 
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