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Patrick Swayze was an American actor, dancer, and singer.
* He was born in Houston, Texas, on August 18, 1952.
* He began his career as a dancer, appearing in the Broadway musical "Grease" in 1972.
* He made his film debut in 1979 with the movie "Skatetown, USA."
* He achieved stardom in 1987 with the film "Dirty Dancing."
* He starred in several other successful films, including "Ghost" (1990), "Point Break" (1991), and "To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar" (1995).
* He was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2008 and died in 2009 at the age of 57.
* He is survived by his wife, Lisa Niemi, and his daughter, Everly.
* He is remembered as one of the most popular and successful actors of his generation.