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In addition to Patrick Swayze's final words to her, Lisa Niemi also wrote about what the "Ghost" actor's last few days were like. In her 2012 memoir, Niemi wrote, "I cherished our time alone, holding his hand, listening to music, sleeping with my arm around him, my head on his shoulder, wordlessly." According to Niemi's book, Swayze's final (CBS) The last days of actor Patrick Swayze, who died of pancreatic cancer on Sept. 14, 2009, are chronicled in "Worth Fighting For," a memoir by his widow, Lisa Niemi Swayze, which went on sale Judging by what many sources have confirmed to be Patrick Swayze’s last photo, the late dancer and actor looked frail and fragile while lying on the couch as his days were coming to an end. The picture, which you’ll see as you scroll down, was reportedly released by his wife a few days after he passed. Saturday marked ten years since the death of Patrick Swayze and now information has come to light about the actor’s last days. Advertisement Sources told Radar that his wife Lisa Niemi kept Patrick as a prisoner in his own home as he battled cancer. Actor Patrick Swayze appears at Borders Bookstore to sign copies of his new movie "One Last Dance" August 24, 2005 in New York City. | Photo: Getty Images After starring in "Dirty Dancing" and "Ghost," Swayze excelled in his career, but tragedy struck in 1990 when Niemi suffered a miscarriage. Lisa Niemi was widowed in 2009 when her husband, Patrick Swayze, died of pancreatic cancer. Now, remembering his life, Niemi has revealed the actor’s final words before he slipped into a terminal coma. Swayze, star of Dirty Dancing and Ghost, was 57 years old when he met his fate following a 20-month battle with cancer. He passed away on the RadarOnline.com's gallery details Patrick Swayze's sad last days, 10 years after the ‘Dirty Dancing' actor lost his battle to pancreatic cancer. Dirty Dancing star Patrick Swayze died in 2009 and his widow has previously revealed the late actor’s last words. Lisa Niemi, who was married to Swayze from 1975 until his death, recalled the couple’s tender last moments with each other in her 2011 memoir. Dirty Dancing star Patrick Swayze: Last words revealed Patrick Swayze’s Last Words . Patrick’s health had been declining ever since he received his diagnosis, but it was pneumonia that seemed to push the actor out of this world and into the next, as per his complicated religious beliefs. He spent his last few days at his California ranch home. It would be the last project he would film and star in. The show followed Charles Barker (Swayze's character), a seasoned federal agent who is being secretly investigated internally. Swayze filmed all 13 episodes of the show in 2008, and it premiered in January 2009. Many critics praised the show and Swayze's performance. I couldn’t help but think of him and his last few years this week after learning of Kirstie Alley’s passing. It came to a surprise as the public seemed to have no idea she was sick, and what a small comfort that must have been. perhaps civilization has somewhat improved. that’s a far cry from Patrick and what the g-d tabloids put him thru. The last few days at home were peaceful, but this picture reminds me of that time - so very thin and fragile, distended stomach but, thankfully no pain. Fuck cancer. Reply reply In his final hours, Lisa stayed by Patrick’s bedside, keeping control of his pain medication in her hand. “There’s a strange, difficult transition from trying to treat and get better to try to make comfortable — very, very hard to do,” Lisa explained. Of the brave star’s last day, Lisa said she could feel it coming. Listen to She's Like the Wind, She's Like the Wind (feat. Wendy Fraser) - From "Dirty Dancing" Soundtrack and more from Patrick Swayze. Find similar music that you'll enjoy, only at Last.fm. The late American actor Patrick Swayze’s longtime spouse, Lisa Niemi, has revealed what he last said to her before falling into a coma. Get to know what he said to her. Patrick Swayze was a well-known actor, dancer, and singer who was best known for some of the iconic leading roles he played throughout his career. Patrick and Lisa have agreed to fly to Poland on October 20th for a few days for a premiere screening of the movie and press and radio interviews to support the release there. So, all of you lucky fans in Poland, keep an eye on your newspapers, magazines and TV for interviews with Patrick and Lisa about their movie! Swayze Buddies Sue and Sally have also been in touch about an article in the PEOPLE magazine, September 5, 2005: In the movie section, page 37, there is a small Q&A with Patrick and a picture regarding the release of One Last Dance. Friday 25th October 2002: Coming soon for all Swayze Buddies and Swayze Pals - your very own downloadable and printable Patrick Swayze 2003 calendar!! Wednesday 23rd October 2002: Hello Everyone! My wife worked in a Virginia restaurant where the entire cast would eat every night after shooting Dirty Dancing. She served them almost every day and said without a doubt the two nicest people were Jerry Orbach and Patrick Swayze. Cynthia Rhodes was pretty rude most of the time according to her. On September 14, 2009, actor and dancer Patrick Swayze lost his 20-month battle with pancreatic cancer. He passed away at his California ranch with his wife, Lisa, by his side. Swayze was 57 years old. The news of Patrick Swayze’s death left his fans heartbroken. The charismatic movie star’s bout with cancer was brief — but brutal.
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