Patrick Swayze Publicist Confirms Cancer Rumors
The Internet has been buzzing today with reports that Patrick Swayze has only weeks to live as a result of pancreatic cancer.
According to PageSix.com, Patrick Swayze’s rep has confirmed that the rumors are true. His rep issued this statement:
“Actor Patrick Swayze has been diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer and is currently undergoing treatment. Patrick’s physician Dr. George Fisher states, ‘Patrick has a very limited amount of disease and he appears to be responding well to treatment thus far. All of the reports stating the timeframe of his prognosis and his physical side effects are absolutely untrue. We are considerably more optimistic.’ Patrick is continuing his normal schedule during this time, which includes working on upcoming projects. The outpouring of support and concern he has already received from the public is deeply appreciated by Patrick and his family.”
Patrick Swayze, 55, has starred in blockbuster hits like “Dirty Dancing” and “Ghost.” He recently finished filming the A&E movie “The Beast.”
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[...] as I was hoping to not be true, Patrick’s publicist, according to PageSix.com has confirmed the news: “Actor Patrick Swayze has been diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer and is currently undergoing [...]