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Patrick Swayze, the actor famed for his role in the 1987 hit movie Dirty Dancing, has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Swayze was said to have undergone radical chemotherapy in California in January.
However, there were claims that the disease had already spread to the 55-year-old’s other vital organs. Swayze’s spokeswoman declined to comment last night but the New York Post said that a representative for the actor had confirmed his illness.
Swayze, who is married to Lisa Niemi, an actress, capitalised on the film’s popularity to become one of Hollywood’s most famous leading men. He appeared in the West End of London in 2006 as Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls, but refused to see the stage version of Dirty Dancing, complaining that it had ripped the heart and soul from the movie.
Most patients die within six months of pancreatic cancer being diagnosed because symptoms may not appear until it is very advanced. Last month, it was reported in a New York newspaper that Swayze had undergone surgery for a serious “gastro-intestinal procedure”.
George Fisher, the doctor treating Swayze, said: “All of the reports stating the timeframe of his prognosis and his physical side-effects are absolutely untrue.” Dr Fisher added: “We are considerably more optimistic.”

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I am really sorry to hear of your illness my Mother died of cancer a little over a year ago. She was just 58. I hope the family will get through this and remember all the special times they shared may God be with you. I love you Patrick keep fighting love your fan
Helen Duszynski, FT. Washington MD., USA
To Patrick and his wife, My prayers are with you always, you have already won, when beople like walters asked you when do you think you will die, you are a true hero and life is not of just the outside , Bless you, you are a true Miracle of gods light
Rosemary Davis, Port Jefferson Station, usa
dear patrick, i grew up with your career and liked your movies so much. The past 25 years i have been researching the uses of 'radionics' and have literally 'brought patients back from the dead' and they have continued their life as normal. I believe you will make a full recovery, regards Patrick
Patrick Sibraa, Sydney, Australia
Dear Patrick:
I am so sorry to hear of your illness and I wish you the best and I am praying that God will heal you. I watched you last nite on 20/20 when Barbara Walters interviewed you and your wife. You have a great attitude and great support from your wife and all your many fans.
Christina, Wnnipeg, Canada
dear patrick and family i hope god makes him be better he is still so young i really feel sorry 4 him he dont deserve this i reaaly felt sorry for him when he heard the news bless him
claire, leicester, england
Dear Patrick and family
just a few Bible verses to help you through these hard times Plalms 34; 18 God is near to those that are broken at heart and those who are crushed is spirit he saves.please look these up to Isa 59;1 I would truely like to share more all my love and prayer to you &family Jan
Janet Weaver , Braselton ga, hall
Patrick, Thank you for your wonderful contribution to my life - thank you for Ghost, the inspiration for my life. My love for you will go with you to the grave - God Bless you and your family ! xxxxxxxx Jez
Jez Sagaris, Brighton, UK
please god make him well i am thinking of you patrick and feel so sad of this news
margaret, leyland , england
wish u and ur wife all the best,,good luck with treatment,,u make us proud,,u r one of the nicest people iI,v listened to on telly ,,I am praying 4 u,,good luck,,chrissie
chrissie, enfield,
Patrick, you just can't leave us yet. We haven't had enough of you. Your romantic stories must continue...
Wendy & Martin, London, UK
hi patrick ,god bless you ,you are a great actor,keep your chin,lots of love and prays,
Kathleen (and family), Salisbury, Wiltshire,
dear pactric...x
I am a huge fan of yours! i really love you! i have seen most of the films that you star in!
i hope that you get better as i pray for you all the luck that you need.
loadz a love, keep strong love you shany.....x
shany hirst, barnsley, england
Dear Patrick
I am a huge fan of yours! I have every film it has been possible to obtain. I am very familiar with the horror of cancer and also that miracles do happen. You and Lisa are included in daily prayers in the hope that in some small way our thoughts help you and Lisa with this journey.
Elizabeth, London,
Dear Patrick
<br/>Like most of the other letters i have read, i to have lost a lot of family through cancer. I have been inspired by your films, i would like to say my 2 favorites are dirty dancing and ghost. I know there will be many people wishing you well and behind you all the way.
<br/>love XX
rachel wilcox, Radstock,
Dear Patrick,
Hope you don't mind the familiarity but your work has been of much pleasure to myself and my family that it would be nice to treat you like one of them. Several members of my family have had the Big C. Some have survived, some sadly not. However, it is always important to stay positive no matter what. and to know that you have the love of family and friends, as well as you many, many fans world-wide. I went to see my newphew a few days ago and he had the Big C ten years ago and he is still there as large as life and twice as ugly! (He is now 40). We laughed through and at the chemo - it helped when things got rough. God be with you through this difficult time and we wish you and your family all the best.
Love and hugs,
Gill & family xxx
Mrs. G. Robinson, Birmingham,
My Dad sadly passed away 5 years ago from Pancreatic Cancer, aged just 55 like Patrick. My thoughts are with him and his family at this difficult time. I hope something positive can come from this news - 1. Patrick can fight it and beat the odds, 2. We can raise the profile and research of this deadly disease. If you want to do something to help donate to the PCRF (Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund. Lets make a difference!
Emma Preston, Milton Keynes,
I think the whole world was saddened by this awful news but Patrick, keep fighting and keep your family close and you will beat this thing! Draw on the strength of others at times when you feel tired because the whole is with you!
Much love to you and your family during this difficult time.
xxxxx
A fan and a friend.
Lesley , Newcastle, UK
Dear Mr. Swazey,
My 59 yr old (oldest) brother has just been diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer and has been admitted to the hospital just this past friday. I learned of his condition when I came out of my own knee surgery on St. Patties Day. I am a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room. I deal with many different situations everyday. I was even a Chemo Therapy Nurse before going to serve the patients in the OR.... and believe me, that was something I did not want to face d/t losing my MOM back in 1988 from cancer. Now, this deadly disease once again has touched my family as it is touching yours. I am but a small voice in this world but, would like to say... "You are never alone. Where there is family... there is "LOVE". And because of them... You will remain alive.
From one brother to another,
Boogar
stephen, Fairview, Tennessee
Dear Mr. Swazey, I hope you beat the big C. My mom has breast cancer and thank god she is doing well and so will you.
I also wanted to let you know that the funniest thing I ever saw was when you and Chris Farley were chippendale dancers. I Dont know how you kept a streight face. I sure wouldnt have been able to. Well good luck with your treatment. Think Positive. Denise
Denise Bonardi, StaffordTownship, New Jersey
Hey patrick & family...
Im sorry to hear what has happened!
im a big fan of patrick and i hope he gets better soon!!
loveyou patrick xxx
kirsten, oxford, england
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Be strong and stay positive . Your family will bring the comfort and love you will need to get through these hard times..
Diana , Moultonborough, New Hampshire
Hi there,good luck to the best dancer ever and the most sexiest man on this planet ...... you are one of a kind .....keep up the good work .... you can fight this don't give in to it ..... be strong and conciderably brave the all your fans thoughts are with you and your family right now ... and we hope in some small way these comments can help to ease the pain your all feeling xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
lyn, gainsborough,
Dear patrick and family!
Wow! I have lost a sister at 55, in 2001, and then a brother at 65 2005, both of pancreatic cancer. In the meantime lost my mom, bone cancer, in between and then another sister at 51 two years ago with liver cancer. Am on a familial genetic study at 2 famous cancer centers in the US. All of my immediate family had cancer and the problem is, with pancreatic cancer the symptoms do not occur till they are already in stage 4.
We are desperately trying to start a Pan Can program here in Charlotte NC and somehow, having some problems getting it all together. Not sure if most patients or family and caregivers are unaware of this wonderful program, or even...how do we get the word out!!
I so worry about my child and her children soemday, for it is a genetic and awful monster!
Need any and all suggestions from anyone out there for need to get this monster at least treated, with a drug that actually works, or the ultimate...cured!!
Lorraine Massengale, Charlotte, North Carolina
Dear Patrick and family. I know exactly what you are going through. My dad had pancreatic cancer in2004. I wish you lots of love. You have a lot of people sending their wishes your way. Love Carolyn. Maidstone, Kent England
Carolyn Moore, Maidstone, Kent
To the best Dancer ive ever seen.
patrick Swayze you are amazing. and i no that in your time of need yo have lots of people caring for you.
Buti just wanted you to no that you have been an insperation to me over he years,and now my kids love you to.
You are a brave and coragous person and you will get through this. cos you are strong.
All our love,thorts and blessings are with you and your family at this time.
Please stay strong. blessed be to you. .x.
Nikki Mead, Brixham,Devon,England, UK
Good luck Patrick keep up the fight :) i love ur flims and i expect more! keep it up man :)
Glenn , Halesowen,
I pray the Lord will work a miracle on you and that the unbeleiving will see what a miracle working God we have,
Please Lord Jesus heal Patrick Swayze from this cancer and make him completely whole ,I ask this in your name Jesus,i also ask that you will open his heart to you and that he will find you as his Saviour if he does not know you already,Amen
jackie , grimsby, south humberside
Stay Strong - You will get through this.
Jason Preston, Crosby, Merseyside, England
i love all your films and are thinking of you at this difficult time . love you cos you are the best . james lane , ireland xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
james lane, manchester,
i have growed old with you , i have watched all youy films and my broter in law did me two beauiful painting of you. one of you and Demi Moore at the potters wheel ,stay strong PATRICK so many are thinking of you xxxx
Sally, Grantham, England
May your god be with you.
Dianne, Newtownabbey, Antrim
I love all your films and am a great fan of you. I am praying so hard for you. It is so unfair. You are the best
Gail Leith scotland Xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Gail, Blairgowrie, UK
Patrick and Lisa - I wish you the best during this difficult time. Pancreatic cancer is an awful diagnosis but it is treatable. My uncle is presently doing well and was diagnosed over a year ago. I know of someone else who has survived this for 16 years and counting. The road is long and I hope that you have a total remission.
Tessa, Summit County,
Patrick
I have always been a fan of yours. Just having been through Chemo and Radiation myself, I wish you all the best. Trust in God and he will see you through this difficult time. God bless you and your family. Stay strong and keep praying.
Stefanie Fulgham, Maben, Mississippi
Stefanie Fulgham, Maben, MS
Patrick and Lisa, You are in my prayers and well wishes. You have given us many hours of enjoyment. I know I've watched Dirty Dancing over 200 times and will probably watch it another 200 times. Keep positive thoughts and make the best of everyday. God bless you!!
ginger l thomas, morganfield, ky
To the Swayze Family,
I just want to cry!! I hope and pray that some of the stuff that I have heard in the past 48 hours are rumors. I pray for good news in the days ahead. Put up a good fight Patrick. You can beat this if anyone is to.
Denise F, Cazenovia, NY
Dear Patrick,
You are such an adored actor by so many...everyone I have spoken with today feels the same way. We are all so upset, but we are sending positive thoughts and prayers your way. You go! Fight Fight Fight. Bless you.
Rachelle Kuschner, Minisink Hills, Usa Pa.
Keep on fighting; you can beat this.
Heather Swayze, Myrtle Beach , SC
I am a nurse and I know about cancers. I hope the best for you
Patrick. You brought so much to the movie screen. I wish the best for you. Keep fighting, and we know you are a fighter.
Debbie Wagner
Pittsburgh Pa
debbie wagner, Pittsburth, PA
You are a kind soul, our family enjoyed your personality when you were in Pontiac,Ill.filming with Jamie Lee.
Our prayers are with you.Jim,Debbie,Angie Matt,Debbie,Callie,Chuck
Debbie, Pontiac, Ill.
Patrick ,I feel for you,you must be really scared.My best friend just had breast cancer .She had treatments then surgery and some more treatments.Now she is ok,Doc. says they removed it all.It very well could come back but they will just keep an eye on it ,so they can catch it before it gets too big.
Well I will pray for you and I am sure everyone else will too.You have touched alot of peoples hearts.Say your prayers too and have FAITH.No matter what happens everything is going to be ok.Godbless you and your family.
Tiffanyannah, Standish, ME
Patrick, you are a terrific guy!!! So many people are praying for you. You bring so much pleasure to all. Please keep a positive attitude, you and Lisa will get through this. You are in my prayers.
Pat, CT,
We're praying for you Patrick!!
You are truly an inspiration to us all!
When you have a few generations in a family that love your movies, you know you're doing something right!
Helena, Richmond Hill, Canada
Hi Pat
Keep up the the good work and fight, I remember when you were in North and South, I have the your movie Ghost. I want to get the movie Dairty Dancing. So hang in there, you're in our prayers. Try Cancer Tx of America. They have given people back their lives, too. I have a friend that is battling cancer, too. Right now she is in remission, she is on a natrualist diet, and herbs. So Best Wishes to you.
Janet, Albany, Or.
Janet, Albany, Oregon,U.S.A.
i wish you the best with your illness my grandmother had the same type of cancer. she is still with us. your acting has always been one of my favorites to watch , good luck young man. susan
susan, Mitehell, cymen Islands
Patrick, I send my thoughs to you and your family, to maintain strong in such a trial time. Lots of positive energy and prayers are sent your way, by all of us who you never met, but have seen you in such entertaining roles.
You brough us joy, and we wish you strengh, faith and healing.
God Bless,
jose
jose, Glendora , ca
Totally stunned when i read this article in my local newspaper i mean how could somebody like patrick get such an illness but im sure you and your family will get through this traumatic time just try and stay positive and we will all look forward to seeing you on camera again soon All the best.
wayne, preston, England
Dearest Patrick,
I take off from Graeme Gibson (Sydney, Australia) - Do believe in the power of our Lord Jesus to heal you. There is the "Divine Retreat Center" in Pota, Kerela in the south of India where many miraculous healings have taken place.
Do believe that Jesus can heal you and he will !!!
Have faith. It may be in God's will to heal you and It could be his way of makiing a famous person as you be his powerful witness in this hurting and ever-changing world.
With Much Love and Prayer,
Joseph Ratan Sequeira, India.
Joseph Ratan Sequeira, New Bombay, India
Keep your chin up Patrick you may be able to fight it .I hope you get better. Best wishes. From a Granny in Scotland
Edith J, Edinburgh, midlothian
patrick you are amazing actor. Thinking of you and your family god bless
kerry Jacques, arnold nottingham, uk
Patrick I am praying for you and your family. I loved your movie Dirty Dancing. I watch it over and over again for many years. Hold on, Be strong and God Bless you.
Regina Davis, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Patrick, you are an amazing actor and role model! Keep fighting! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will send out all our positive energy for you to get through this! Stay positive!
Angela , Benicia, CA
Patrick you have brought so much pleasure to so many fans with your wonderful movies. We are all with you and your family now. Good luck and God Bless.
mags, greenville, NC
My ex-wife battled Pancreatic cancer for almost 4 years. Patrick should consult a nutritionist at every stage. the poisons the doctors hand out destroy the patients appetite,
Trials are being conducted on cancer cell treatment where only those malignant fast dividing cells are destroyed.
Best wishes to the star of Roadhouse.
guy
GUY KALDIS, W, NEW YORK
I wish you all the best and a speedy recovery. You are an amazing actor and a role model for us all. Take care. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Hope to see you on the big screen soon.
Monica Da Silva, lisbon, Portugal
Patrick, my all time fav actor ever. I am so sad to hear the news. I wish you all the luck in the world to get thru this. Keep smiling - you are an absolute legend.
Karen, Melbourne, Australia
All time Patrick Swayze fan
Karen , Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
My thoughts and prayers are with Patrick and his family. He is a wonderful actor who seems to have his priorities in check, as seen by his dedication to his wife and family, as well as for never falling victim to the vapidity of the Hollywood industry. It is a confident disease with a grim prognosis, but he will pull through.
Liz, Sydney, Australia/ NSW
Patrick,
My sister was diagnosed SIX years ago...and is still with us today! Just know that there is hope and that there will be many, many prayers said in your behalf. She went to MD Anderson Hospital in Houston....they are #1 and I can not say enough great things about them, but most importatly is to have confidence and a positive outlook about whomever you are working with. l will pray for you and your family. You've brought many good moments of entertainment for all of us. Thank You. God Bless
Bob Perkins, Milwaukee, WI
My thoughts are with Patrick and his family. He is an awesome actor. I have seen almost everyone of his movies and have never been disappointed. I will keep Patrick in my prayers and hope for a miracle recovery.
Janet, Hanover Park, IL
al things are possible through our christ lord may he keep you and give you peace ,chin up
madeline , rocheser, new york
I was shocked to hear about Patrick's condition. He is a wonderful multi-talented entertainer who has given much pleasure to many many people and I think that famous line of "Nobody puts Baby in a corner" will be with us for many years to come. Pancreatic cancer is a cruel disease and my heart goes out to him and his family as he fights this battle. My husband and I send him our prayers and hope he is spared to share his gift with the world once more. Thankyou Patrick for your dedication to your craft. Vicki & Tony O'Connor Melbourne, Australia.
Vicki O'Connor, Melbourne, Australia
May God be with you and your family. Just keep your eyes on God and he will lead you and your family through this trial. He Will will be done. I will be praying for you and your family.
In Christian Love,
Peggy Davis
Chewalla, TN
Peggy Davis, Chewalla, TN
My heart goes out to Patrick! Hes such a great guy and excellent Actor. I will be hoping for a miracle recovery!
It brought a tear to my eye, Reading the papers this morning. Now we all know i Wish the media would leave him be and not cause anymore stress than He is already going through. Esp making up stories that arent true and causing more hurt at this time.
Love & Prayers
Pammy
Pammy, Scotland , UK
My mom was diagnosed stage IV PC, given 3 months, lived for 2 more years. With the help of many innovative drugs and the grace of God, she lived those 2 years with quality and dignity. My advice, do your research, that is what kept mom going. Look into John's Hopkins in Maryland, Dr. Hessdorffer was mom's miracle worker. He's very much involved in the research and cutting edge of medicine. Prayerfully. SLC
S. Cioffi, Cortland, New York
Everyone is praying for you, I love all of your films.
Take care
Brenda
Brenda Williams, Wrexham, Wales
Hope God make a miracle.
I will pray for you, Patrick.
Stela-Romania
STELA MOVILEANU, BUCHAREST, ROMANIA
Mr. Swayze,
Remain positive and keep the Faith, you will get through this. I am the father of a dancing Daughter who has had 2 heart transplants she to is also dealing with cancer . . . with a very positive outlook for a bright future!! and I see what this positive celebration of Faith will bring.
You remain in our Prayers and in our Hearts . . . and you will overcome all . . .
Dominic Casey, Longwood, Florida USA
Put your heart and your soul with God and he will protect you. Be with your family and friends and they will help you get through this very bad time.
In my prayes Melissa.
melissa klump, lexington, south carolina
Patrick and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I work with cancer patients every day and there ARE victories. I pray that the Lord will bless you with a miracle of healing and ridding you of this devastating illness. God is in the Miracle Business. Give your life to Him, the Creator of our Universe!! He can do anything!!!! I love your movies, and I have watched Dirty Dancing so many times I cannot keep count. That music was what I grew up with. Dating myself there.....God has blessed you and your wife with awesome talent. Thank you for sharing that talent with the world. That movie brought back great memories. And I have seen most of your other movies except the drag queen one. I did not like that one. Sorry. But, again, my prayers are with you and my the Lord Bless You Greatly with Healing!!!
Karla Brown, Worcester, MA
We are devastated to hear of the news but we know with your strength and resilience you will conquer this obstacle. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We look forward to many more years with you around and hopefully on the Big Screen again!! We love you!
Kristi and Beth, Hampton, Virginia
As a cancer survivor myself, look up to God and take each day as it comes and you will be fine.
I am retired from the grantsmanship side of medical research and know that daily, weekly, monthly, yearly we are making huge strides in all types and forms of cancer research.
God bless you and your lovely wife,
George Singleton
Hoover, Alabama
George Singleton, Hoover, Alabama
We still watch Dirty Dancing as many times as it is shown. Our prayers are with you in your battle with cancer. We have a three yr. old little granddaughter who is fighting LCH....similar to cancer. So, we add your name to our prayer list in a wish for a speedy recovery. Hand in there. The world needs you.
Bette St.Vrain, Parker, Colorado
So sad to hear of your awful illness Patrick . Have loved everything you have been in, no one else can compare ! saying a prayer for a miracle recovery for you. With much love to you and your family x
The Murrays, Selkirk, Scotland u.k.
I was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer in April 2005 and I'm still here. Do what you need to do to recover and then remember that you have more living to do. Be positive that this too shall pass. Recovering from the Whipple and then going through the Chemo and the Radiation is awful but watch your nutrtion and listen to the docs and you will come out the othr side. I'll keep you in my prayers.
KATY, Batesville, Indiana
Hubby had pancreatic cancer - was given 5-11 months to live. He survived 3 years. Bottom line, what needs to be done, if the cancer goes into remission, have a FULL body scan to see if it has spread. This is what happened in our case, not once, but twice during these 3 years. It was only chance that the cancer was discovered in his lung 1 year after he was declared cancer free. That was cured, but came back again.
We all love you Mr. Swayze, and you are in our prayers.
Dona , Fresno, CA
Dear mr swayze,having read the reports that you are not to well with cancer i hope that i touch your heart like you touched mine i wish you all the best and wait for news of your recovery,all the best to you and you r family darren merrick essex england.
darren, wickford, essex
Patrick
I am Spiritual and Reiki Healer. My heart jolted when i read your story and i will be sending healing Energy to you. Hopefully this with others like me will send out enough to shrink it back and give us all more time with you. You have given so much to so many, its our turn to give back to you. Any one reading this can all Join in giving Healing energy we must just focus on Patrick and imagine it shrinking and finally going. Intent of goodness and love works wonders.
My Love to You and Your Family.
Lynn xx
Lynn, Devrouze, France
I read this ONTD last night and really hoped it wasn't true :(
Isobel, Leeds,
Patrick - I hope you and your family pull thru this dreadful disease. take care
cath raftery, swansea, wales uk
I hope he can get through this. Such a great actor
Phill, The Wirral, England
get well soon !!! We all love you!!!!! <3
Jayne, norwich, uk
Hope and prayers for Patrick and his family... ally
ally, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, UK
as a fellow Arabian horse owner, you are in my thoughts, Courage, brains, beauty and stamina, the attributes of an Arabian.Stay strong Mr Swayze.
angel mccarthy, Wrexham, UK
I will pray for you and your family. May God be with all of you at this time in your life.
Bobbie Murphy, Longview, Texas
Thoughts are with you and your family at this hard time...May god look after you and heal you. I know your family will be giving you strength at this time x
Kelly, Australia, Australia
Keep the faith and think positive.. That's what got my dad and brother through the cancer treatments and they are survivors.
They didn't have the same cancer, however, with family and friends helping you, you will feel a greater presence around you as did my family when dealing with this horrible disease.
Take care and wishing you and your wife better times ahead...
Mary Jo, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
What a terrible thing to have to go through. I do not have cancer, but do have pancreatic problems. Medicine has come a long way. I wish you well and if you do read these messages from well wishers and Fans, keep up your positive attitude and we all pray for your recovery. I am just leaving actually to visit people on the oncology unit at my local hospital. More and more people are recovering than ever before. Take heart.
Krista Bryden, New Brunswick, Canada
krista Bryden, Moncton, N.B., Canada
Patrick Swayze is one of those all time great actors, up there in conversations with the Jack Nicholsons, Richard Geres, Charlton Hestons, Michael Douglas's well basically any household name, who doesn't know of him? Who cannot name a movie of his? Who can say they haven't seen a movie of his? Not many i'm sure! The classics like Roadhouse, steel dawn, point break, red dawn! The romantics Ghost and Dirty Dancing, and the the less well known movies that still leave a mark! Next of kin, king solomons mines, black dog so many movies that we all know! I wish him all the best and hope that there will be a great future for him, there is so much more he can give us in the world of entertainment
Jason Grain, Adelaide, Australia
I hope good make a miracle and everything will be fine for Patrick.
Jose, Tampa, Florida
It was so sad to here you are ill. Our thoughts are with you patrick. God bless you. from the Cheshire family.
Edd Cheshire, Christchurch, New Zealand
Patrick my thoughts are with you constantly... you are a beautiful person..
pax, phila, pa
Patrick, I am a big fan! My prayers are with you and I believe that you will come through this with flying colors! To Wong Foo, Thanks for everything! You're the best!
Germaine, New York, NY
I would like to send you my prayers. You are such a wonderful person. You will always be a legend. Thoughts to Lisa at this sad time. Loved you in Dirty Dancing xxx
Lisa , leigh, lancashire
Patrick will be in my thoughts and prayers. I have loved all of his work and was shocked to hear this. He has many people rooting for him. Stay strong Patrick!!
Bridget, Colorado
Bridget, Colorado Springs, USA/CO
Good luck Patrick, I have been a huge fan of yours for many years and my thoughts are with you.
Leanne Norris
Crazy Over Swayze Fansite
UK
Leanne Norris, High Wycombe, UK
I am devastated that this has happened to you Patrick. I fell in love with you long before your dirty dancing days. I watched every episode of North and South and I said he is the man for me. I wanted to marry you then and I still would. I always wanted to come and meet you. You are a very loyal husband to your wife Lisa and she is one lucky woman to have spent over 30 yrs with you. I hope there is a miracle cure for you, I really do. God be with you.
Love Cat Scotland
Catherine Cambpell, Glasgow, Scotland
Hi Patrick,
I went to see Dirty Dancing about six times, and almost became embarassed at seeing the move so often. It was a wonderful, sensual and beautiful "feel good movie" and I sincerely hope you make a successful recovery.....all the best, regards, Lynette & Colleen
lyn shannon, melbourne , australia
So sorry to hear the news, but he is such a special man I'm sure he will fight this battle with dignity and I pray that he wins.
Keeping you in my thoughts prayers and meditations.
Peace, strength & Love
Karen Moore South Wales
Karen Moore, Merthyr Tydfil South Wales,
Patrick, I was so very sorry to hear of your illness. One of the best actors in the business - you are loved. Dirty Dancing, Ghost and Roadhouse are my favourite movies with Patrick and I still watch them over and over. Have faith Patrick, have faith! Your fans are hoping for the best and send their love.
Lynda Gallagher, Thornhill, Canada
All my best to you during this very difficult time and always. My prayers and thoughts are with you (Patrick & Lisa). Patrick, youare and will always be one of the best.
God bless!
A.J., Toronto, Canada
A. J. Remani, Whitby, Canada
My heart is with you Patrick,and all your family, I think your a one in a million actor and a very genuine person, god bless you babe, get well please.xxxx
Donna Marie, gravesend, England
I cried when I heard of you terrible illness Patrick. My heart and
prayers go out to you and your family. I remember seeing Dirty Dancing at the Drive Inn 8 times. My girlfriends and I would also park outside the Drive Inn and watch the movie on the nights that we couldn't afford the entry fee.We knew it word for word. My own little girls are fans of the movie now. I lost the love of my life to cancer a year ago. He was only 40 yrs. God will listen and has sent you an angel to hold you and love you.
We can fight this terrible demon together all of us.
Debbie Wallis, Cairns Queensland, Australia
My thoughts are with you and Lisa. You will pull through this. I have been a fan ever since I met you filming Dirty Dancing at The Grove Inn Park Hotel North Carolina. You were awesome. Every film you have made you have given Charisma, passion and your Heart and Soul! You are so down to Earth and so level headed.
Keep on dancing "Hot Heels" and have The Time of your Life!!
Paula Wilson and Family
Paula Wilson, Northampton, United Kingdom
I have loved Patrick Swayze every since Dirty Dancing hit all of our Tv's.. & I am 27 years old now! I watch Dirty dancing I bet 3 to 4 times a week.. I just cant get enough of it.. Yesterday when I got the news I just fell apart..This has Truely broken my heart. I pray that there is some kind of help to get him well and back on track with life.. My one Wish Growing up as a kid was to meet him. As a grown up now, I would still love to meet him, And hope and pray that just maybe one day I will be able to do so.... Patrick Swayze, I love you!!! You and your family are in my prayers. I Have faith that You will get better.and everything will be okay. xoxo Rachel B. Brooklet Georgia.
Rachel Boynton, Brooklet , Georgia
Dear Patrick - I am so sorry that you are fighting the battle of cancer. You are in my thoughts. I am so grateful for all that you put into creating Dirty Dancing, my all-time favorite movie. Keep up the fight - we need to keep seeing you in future projects. Mary
Mary, DeKalb, IL
i am praying for you, Patrick. I have loved all your movies and am very saddened to hear the news of your illness. With God's help you will recover and live life well. Cancer is a terrible disease that causes far too much suffering in this world.
Marianne, Kane, PA
I loved Ghost and my husband watches Road House at least once a month. Please get better.
Jean Foster, UK
Jean Foster, Bury, Lancs
I am a cancer survivor myself since four years, I hope he will be well, my prayers are for him wishing the best health. I admire him greatly, love his movie GHOST with D. Moore. GOD Bless him and keep him safe.
Carmen Angeli, Guayama, Puerto Rico
Dear Patrick, I too love the movie "Road House" - so keep on fighting, God Bless
Lin
England
Lin Ward, Hertfordshire, England
I've enjoyed watching Patrick since his early tv days. 'Dirty Dancing' is a classic that captured many hearts; mine being just one. Best of luck in the fight ahead.
Marnie, London, Ontario
Patrick I wish you well, I'm a vietnam veteran who has been living with this for twenty years. You can beat this. I will put you in my prayers.
Bill Norman,villa rica,ga.
bill norman, villa rica, ga,30180
My daughters and I think you're the best. Three of my favorite movies are Ghost, Dirty Dancing, and especially Roadhouse. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep strong and faithful, many many people love you.
Lisa S., Charleston, South Carolina, USA
I'm a great fan of Patrick Swayze. I'm shocked at this news. My thoughts and prayers are with Patrick and his wife. I wish there are more actors like him around, unlike most of Hollywood. All the best.
Susan Le Roux, Gurgaon, Haryana, India
Dear Patrick, My prayers are with you at this difficult time in your life. I am 1 year younger than you and I too have had pre cancer. I wih you the best in your fight to kill this disease. My thoughts are with you and your family. Keep on fighting and have faith.
Linda, Yonkers, New York, USA
God Bless you Patrick!
I would like to thank you for being an inspiration to me.
You have given me hope to dream again. I am a recovering alcoholic with 16yrs of continuous recovery since April 19th, 1991.
I have watched you grow in your acting career, and have seen the changes in your appearance also. What an inspiration you are!
May God Bless you for a full recovery with this cancer.
My thoughts n prayers for you and your family.
Carolyn A. -Washington ( state)
Carolyn , Morton, WA
Everyone out should pray for you. Patrick Swayze is a one of kind - Good Actor - person and famliy man. I lost my father to this Cancer 3years ago. We need more actors in Hollywood like him. Been married to the same Women for 32 years there's not many in hollywood that can say that. My wife and i love all his movies. May the lord be with you.
Donny, Baton Rouge, La.
Donny , Baton rouge , USA La.
I worked with his brother Sean here in Houston in the mid 80's, went to high school with his sister. I wish his family the best and we will be praying for them. His attitude will pull him through this.
Ronnie Lopez, Cypress, Texas
My thoughts & prayers are with Patrick & his family! I wish him well & hope for a good & fast recovery. I love all your movies but "Ghost " has always been special to me. You are so down to earth and we need more people like you! You have many talents and we await the news that you are on the road to better health. Best wishes, Hugs
Katie Sparks, Lake Alfred, FL, USA
Get better soon mate x
macca, manchester, UK
I love love love Patrick Swayze. He's one of my favorite actors. Dirty Dancing!!!! I hope and pray that he comes out of this ok. I love him and wish him the best. Please take care of yourself, Patrick!!
Kristi, Athens, Alabama
get well soon patrick, your the best x
Christina , Tayport, Scotland
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I worked with cancer patients for many years and then became one myself. Prayer and a positive attitude is the only thing you can do to fight this horrific disease. I have faith you will be okay. You are a strong willed person and may God be with you.
GT - Pennsylvania
Glenda Brantner, Altoona, PA
Patrick Swayze is my most favorite actor, the film Dirty Dancing is my favorite film of all time and if there was a acure i would help will it , i wish i could help him
I pray that god is with you, you are a brave man.
keep fighting my friend please dont pass away
and on the other hand im learning to dance in the Name Of Patrick Swayze
I will always remember you and please keep on fighting
Brett, Alfreton, UK
This is the most painful cancer that exists. His family will need prayers and comfort.
Eric, Elkhart, IN
Dear Patrick,
I came to work this morning and my boss informed me that you had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. You don't know me, but I'm praying for you. You have brought me a lot of fun and joy through your work and your spirit which I think comes through in your work. May angels surround you with love and peace. Sincerely your fan and fellow traveler in this crazy, sometimes scarey, wonderful thing called Life. Crystal
Crystal Gilmore, Silver Spring, MD
Our hearts are heavy with concern for you and we pray that God will watch over you in your valiant struggle. North & South, was your defining moment. Keep the fight going.
Georgiana & Andrea Castellani
Georgiana Castellani, Ridgefield, CT
My husband had pancreatic cancer so my heart goes out to Patrick and his family. He is a dreamboat and always has been. We could do with more superb actors like Patrick. I watch Dirty Dancing over and over again and Ghost and shall continue to do so. Good luck Patrick I wish you all the best in your personal battle.
Grace Linney, Stockport, Britain
I wish Patrick all the very best of health and a long life...my thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. xoxoxoxo
Lorraine, Saskatchewan, Canada
Lorraine, Regina, Canada
I loved Patrick in all his movies that I have seen. I pray that God's will is that he be healed of this disease. I also pray for strength and endurance for him and his family.
Lonita Jackson, Quincy, US/FL
I Hope Patrick Swayze recovers from this it can go very fast because I just lost my stepbother from cancer.
Patrick hang in there we are praying for you and may God see you though this difficult time.
The hole world is praying for you
May God Bless You.
Charissa Norkem Park Gauteng
Republic of South Africa
Chaarissa Cannon, Gauteng, South Africa
Patrick has brought joy and delight not to only my living room, but the entire movie industry. I will hold prayer that he will not have to suffer from such a deadly form of this disease , God bless his family.---Joel Hugh Downs
Joel Hugh Downs, Dublin, GA
Really sad to hear you are so poorly Patrick, Ive grown up watching you, Dirty Dancing and Ghost are absolute classics in my opinion.. Lots of Love and Best Wishes to you and your family.
Lesley, Dover, England
Patrick ....YOU are the best....YOU are my favorite. I Love to watch all of your Movies. God bless you and your family through this difficult time in your lives. I pray that the Lord will heal you, so we all will be able to continue enjoying watching your God given talent.
Judy Paquin, Linwood, NC
Positive thoughts and positive actions. You have always portrayed much strength and compassion in all of your roles in the arts, and may this continue to be experienced in your life as well. Be strong, be brave and know that all who love you are sending you many healing thoughts.
Rose, Toronto, Canada
Patrick,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I have been a fan since "The Outsiders" and especially "Dirty Dancing". You can beat this.
Fran Manzullo, Baton Rouge, LA
Fran Manzullo, Baton Rouge, LA
My uncle, who is 63, was also diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this past November and has been undergoing intensive chemotherapy. My thoughts and prayers go out to Patrick and his family during this very difficult time. God bless.
Lynne, Glenmont, New York
My all time hearthrob and favourite actor. A real star. Let's hope you can beat this terrible illness and live a long and happy life. With love and affection. Lisa, England
Lisa Allen, Bracknell,
Patrick my love goes out to you and your wife, stay positive with your thoughts.
Love You
Jo Starling
xxxxx
Joanne Starling, Anglesey, North Wales, UK
Patrick......My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. I arrived at work and was told the news this morning. It was so sad to hear. Please know you are in my prayers and in my thoughts today. You are a fighter, I hope you can beat this.
Jessica Augusta, Maine
Jessica Verrill, Belgrade, US Maine
i wish you all the best Patrick for a recovery. i hope you and Lisa both stay strong during this difficult hime.
we're all thinking of you. You are a fantastic atcor, dancer and performer, you were wonderful in guys and dolls which i had the privilidge of seeing in 2006 in london.
good luck
joanne
joanne harrison, coventry, england
Wishing you a speedy recovery Patrick. You've touched so many people's hearts with your performances in Dirty Dancing and Ghost amongst many others. Nobody moves like you! Love and very best wishes to you and your family xxx
Vikky, Melbourne, Australia
Mr. Swayze,
Know that whatever is meant to happen and the course that one may take is inevitable. However, YOU have embossed your mark on many with the vibrance of your talent and the enthusiasm in which it was always executed.
jason j dominiak, Chicago, IL
Patrick, you have put your heart and soul in every role you have played from North & South and Dirty Dancing to the many other roles you have played. You are in my prayers, fight the good fight and stay positive. You are a very down to earth person and wonderful actor and dancer.
MARIA L YOUNG, MERREDIN, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Please do take it to God for only he has all the medicine you will ever need to be healed,Be strong we need more like you.Loved you most in Ghost but also Dirty dancing .
my prayers are going up for you and your family
mary Blake, charlotte, nc
It is so sad to hear the unfortunate news..I pray for him and hope that somehow he makes a recovery. :(
Samantha, Sydney, Australia
we are all with you , you epitomised my youth and how all young teenagers dreamt of being in the 80's you will be in my thoughts till i hear you're better and longer , you are the most genuine actor on the big screen !
angela, bucks, England
I admire Patrick for his honest approach to life and his faithfullness to his family.
Why is it that these people suffer ????
My heart goes out to you
Neil Crossland, pontefract, uk
I loved you in "Ghost" and "Dirty Dancing". You are in my prayers. I will be praying for a miracle recovery.
Love,
Patti Homefield, Ephrata, PA
Patti Homefield, Ephrata, PA
You are indeed my favorite and excell in all the arts. Please accept prayers and blessings from me and my family. We love and appreciate you
MARY ANN LIEUX, BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA
what can i say?? legend x pleae be ok x
francesca, abergavenny, GB wales
Patrick......I wish all the angels hold you tight to their hearts and protect you!!! I wish you and ur family all the luck in the world, I'll keep my fingers crossed and pray for ur wellness, god bless love 1 of ur biggest fans Shari
Sharon Tait, rockland, maine
I've loved all the movies I have seen you in! Especially "Road House"... my favorite! Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers... take care of yourself!!
Nicole, Kingsland,
I am a huge fan of hi and especially from his dirty dancing days. My thoughts are with him and hope he fits fit again real soon.
Love Louise Nugent, New Zealand
Louise Nugent, New Zealand, New Zealand
I wish Patrick a miracle recovery as he is a wonderful actor who gives his all and doesnt put himself in the lime light and all the false hollywood glitter we need people like him in our movies. Someone who is real!! My thoughts or white light are with you each day.
Cherylynne Bullen, Sunshine Coast, Queensland Australia
God be with you. You are one of my all-time favourites. Loved you in Dirty Dancing and Ghost.
Lorna Ovenden, Leeds, England
Thank you for your link Jane
will link to his blog from a portal I am developing
Good to have hope, was watching his latest vlog and he said he was given a 2% chance to get this far
Onwards and forwards
Good luck to Patrick Swayze as well or should that be God speed for the post from Graeme
Gavin, Ingelstorp,
May God help you through this difficult time. You will be in the thoughts and prayers of many throughout the world.
Alison, Port Elizabeth, RSA
stay strong and look after your self ,i wood like to see more
of your films take care
caroline crickson, liverpool, uk
pray for you stay strong , igot all your films .
caroline crickson, liverpool, uk
I really hope you get to do the last dance of the season, even if someone is trying to tell you not to x
Charlotte, London,
Don't waste your time on the God stuff Patrick; take comfort from your family, friends and gain strength from the contribution you have made to us all
John, Manchester, England
For anyone interested my dear friend Jason has been diagnosed with the same terrible disease. He is only 33 yrs old and it is just so sad. He has a blog on You Tube charting his chemo and feelings since being diagnosed and I know that any support he recieves does help. So please view at http://www.youtube.com/user/theboasblog . He has raised £40k so far for the Royal Marsden.
Jane , London ,
Take it to The Lord Patrick... to a lively christian church where they lay on hands in the Name of Jesus and and get a healing.
Graeme Gibson, Sydney, Australia
Praying for you Patrick. Stay strong.
Edie
Edie, Middletown, New York