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Patrick Swayze’s Younger Brother Dies at 63

Sean Swayze’s death was announced by family members on social media.

Patrick Swayze’s brother Sean Swayze has died at the age of 63. His death was first reported by TMZ, with his son Jesse Swayze confirming that his father passed away on Dec. 15, 2025, in Los Angeles. Sean was the younger brother of Patrick, the acclaimed Dirty Dancing actor who died at age 57 in 2009, as a result of pancreatic cancer. Sean died from an “upper gastrointestinal bleed,” according to his death certificate viewed by People. The bleeding was caused by “severe metabolic acidosis, esophageal varices, and alcoholic liver cirrhosis,” according to the document. Sean has three children, sons Jesse and Kyle, and daughter Cassie. He is survived by his children and his older brother, Don Swayze, who is also an actor. A cousin of the Swayze family posted about Sean’s death on Instagram, writing, “He was always fun and full of life. We are praying hard for the entire family during this difficult time. Please know that we love you and are always here for you. Sean, I love you so much, and we will miss you dearly.”