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Patrick Swayze is probably best known for his starring role in the movie “Dirty Dancing” which was aired in 1987. The movie is considered a cult classic and grossed over $213 million. Swayze played the romantic lead in the film and his sexy demeanor has captured the heart of many a female. The future is uncertain for this actor though, he has been fighting pancreatic cancer since his diagnosis in early 2008.

Love stories make good movies, but are even better in real life. Patrick and his wife of 33 years, Lisa Niemi, personify the good old fashioned fairy tale kind of love. Their devotion for each other has transcended decades of good and not so good times in their lives.

Their combined passion for dancing, choreography, and the same core values has not only enhanced this marriage, it has made it one for the record books.

Swayze has had many hits and just as many tumbles in his career as an actor. His most notable accomplishments are “Roadhouse,” and “Ghost,” although he has starred in many more movies and TV roles, which, if not an overwhelming success, are always enjoyable for his legions of fans.

Rumors abound that “Dirty Dancing” is being remade. Screenwriter Julia Dahl has already penned the sequel. During a time when famous 80’s movies are enjoying resurgence in popularity in such hits as “Footloose,” and “Fame,” the remake of “Dirty Dancing” couldn’t come at a better time. Gossip columnists are all casting their votes for who should be the stars of this “sure to be a hit” film.

Patrick Swayze continues his work, not only by filming his FBI drama “The Beast” but also fighting his own internal beast, the cancer that continually threatens to end his life. Recent photo’s show him looking lightly tanned, fit, and healthy. So, maybe, just this once, the good guy will win in the end!