Death:Death of Child 14 September 2009 (Patrick Swayze) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Death:Death, Cause unspecified 16 September 2013 (Age 86) chart Placidus Equal_H.
American film choreographer, dancer, and dance instructor. Her credits included the choreography for Urban Cowboy, Liars Moon and Hope Floats. Her five children included the actors Patrick Swayze and Don Swayze. She has been credited with having trained Patrick in dance, leading to his starring role in Dirty Dancing in 1987. Patsy Swayze suffered a stroke in September 2013. She died of stroke complications at her home in Simi Valley, California, on 16 September 2013, at the age of 86. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Patsy Swayze (born Patsy Yvonne Helen Karnes; February 7, 1927 – September 16, 2013) was an American choreographer, dance instructor, and dancer. She was best known as the mother of actors Patrick Swayze and Don Swayze. Born in Houston, Texas, she established her own dance studio, the Swayze School of Dance, and contributed significantly to the Houston arts scene.
Patsy Swayze enjoyed a long and successful career in dance, spanning decades. She choreographed for the Houston Ballet and taught dance at the University of Houston. Her choreography credits included work in film and television, most notably the 1980 film Urban Cowboy, which starred John Travolta and Debra Winger. This film featured several of her students and showcased her choreographic talent on a national stage. Beyond Urban Cowboy, Patsy Swayze choreographed for other films and television productions, though specific details of those projects remain less documented publicly. Her primary focus remained on teaching and nurturing aspiring dancers at her own dance studio.
Patsy Swayze's influence extended beyond her professional accomplishments. She is widely remembered as the mother of Patrick Swayze, the renowned actor known for his roles in films like Dirty Dancing and Ghost. She was also mother to Don Swayze, another accomplished actor. Patsy's dedication to her family and her passion for dance undoubtedly shaped the lives and careers of her children. After Patrick's passing in 2009, she continued to be a source of strength and inspiration for her family and the dance community. She passed away in 2013 at the age of 86 in Simi Valley, California. While detailed social media information and recent projects from the later years of her life are not readily available, her legacy continues through the numerous dancers she trained and the impact she made on the arts community in Houston.
Information about her social media presence is scarce, reflecting the era in which she lived. It's unlikely she maintained an active online presence in the way common today.
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