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Patrick Swayze: Your memories
Entertainer Patrick Swayze has died, aged 57, of pancreatic cancer. How will you remember him?
He was best known for the films "Dirty Dancing" and "Ghost".
He went public about his illness last year, but continued working while undergoing treatment, starring in US TV show "The Beast".
At a live televised event "Stand Up to Cancer," the three-time Golden Globe nominee said: "I dream that the word 'cure' will no longer be followed by the words 'is impossible'."
What are your memories of Patrick Swayze? Did you ever meet him? Did you work with him? Send us your comments.
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Tuesday, 15 September, 2009, 06:55 GMT
07:55 UK
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 10:29 GMT
11:29 UK
he was a awesome actor.. my faves were the outsiders. Road house and Ghost. he will be remembered always
Jenkins, austin
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 10:29 GMT
11:29 UK
I have very vivid memories of when I was around 8 or 9 years old being over at my Grandmas house and begging her to let watch "Dirty Dancing." My dad said I would sit in front of the television and watch that film over and over again. I couldn't get enough and still to this day I love it, definitely an unforgettable classic!
Nikki, Tacoma
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 10:27 GMT
11:27 UK
Patrick Swayze's roles captured an era in time that has now been lost forever - a time of integrity, passion and commitment to the work. I admired him in films such as Outsiders, Dirty Dancing and Roadhouse however I especially admired him for his true starring role; as a devoted husband and family man.
Gone too soon but certainly not forgotten. My prayers are with his wife Lisa and family.
Dee, London
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 10:25 GMT
11:25 UK
I worry that my wife now wants to watch Dirty Dancing again. God, I hate that movie.
I don't know much about Patrick Swayze but he was probably a nice guy and so it is sad that he passed away at the age of only 57.
Stephan, Germany
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 10:23 GMT
11:23 UK
sadley missed. north and south still the best, dirty dancing what a movie, ghost lost 4 words.
patricia, stoke on trent
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 10:22 GMT
11:22 UK
My youngest daughter and her brother danced on dirty dancing.
When my son died my eldest daugter made ' cd of her brothers life and there were a clip of the film in with the music of Patric Swayze Last night my daughter phoned from Netherlands and told me now Steven has the opportunity to meet him in Heaven and dance with him. Rest in Peace we will all miss you but will meet again.
Hanneke
South Africa
Hanneke Malan, Vereeniging South Africa
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 10:19 GMT
11:19 UK
Have Your Say contributors rarely hold back their opinion for fear of offending even when it comes to tributes of a newly departed. Yet reading through the posts left here for Patrick it is testament to the quality of the mans character that I am unable to find a single critical let alone negative comment about the man and in today's celebrity dirt obsessed world that is not just unusual, it's a miracle.
For me his greatest achievement was to make it look like Keanu could act. Thanks Paddy RIP
Tohellwith oursouls, The Last Age of Humanity, Christmas Island
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 10:19 GMT
11:19 UK
He made me want to dance in DIRTY DANCING, He made me want to go skydiving in POINT BREAK,He made my heart race in ROAD HOUSE & He made me cry in GHOST. THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES, R.I.P. Patrick-your finally home. GOD BLESS YOU.
Rosemarie Bungay, Staten Island, NY, United States
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 10:08 GMT
11:08 UK
He wasn't an actor, he was a film star, there's a yawning chasm between the two things.
Did he really do anything worth remembering?
michael swann, Lerwick, Republic of Shetland
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 10:07 GMT
11:07 UK
I always thought he was really underrated in "To Wong Foo" where he played a drag performer. He was really amazing— he really showed a self-deprecating side of himself in that. RIP, Patrick...
Deb Berry, New York City, United States
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 10:05 GMT
11:05 UK
Patrick Swayze was a wonderful actor to watch and a low profile personality; He gave us some amazing moments during his short life and I am sure that he had been an exceptional husband and friend. We will always remember him for the sparkle and his unique style! Marvellous dancer and singer, as well! I feel really sorry for his loss, and I just wanted to say to his wife and friends that he will always be well remembered and praised by millions of fans worldwide!! May he rest in peace!
Harry Petsas, Athens - Greece
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 09:43 GMT
10:43 UK
He live for parties, dance, women and material wealth. I would say lived in vain and died in vain like so many others.
Once dead curtains are lifted and person can see the truth and the beings of hereafter. But people choose to go their way even if it leads them to a bottomless pit. However this is the beauty of a free-will.
Susan, Ellison
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 09:42 GMT
10:42 UK
Very sad he died too young I remember him in Ghost which was very good
Harmonicamatt, London
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 09:21 GMT
10:21 UK
I can very well imagine him acting out the final scene of "Ghost" for real!
Roger Cary Oliver, Palaja, Aude, France
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Wednesday, 16 September, 2009, 09:20 GMT
10:20 UK
will be sadly missed
samantha, paderborn
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