HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Patrick Swayze is making progress in his cancer fight, the actor's doctor reveals in an interview with People magazine.
"Patrick Swayze continues to respond well to his treatment for pancreatic cancer," Dr. George Fisher tells People. "Because of his excellent response, he will continue the same therapy at Stanford."
Swayze's first roles were in films such as "The Outsiders" (1983), "Red Dawn" (1984) and "Youngblood" (1986), but his first major success was in the 1985 television mini-series "North and South." He then rose to stardom with his performance as dance instructor Johnny Castle in the 1987 film "Dirty Dancing," where his past ballet experience proved valuable.
The Texas-born Swayze's fame rose further in 1990 when he starred in "Ghost," alongside Demi Moore and Whoopi Goldberg. The film was a box-office hit and was nominated for an Academy Award for best picture.
Last month, the 55-year-old star announced that he had been diagnosed with one of the most serious forms of cancer.
"We're thrilled and grateful for the positive response Patrick has shown towards his treatment," the actor and his wife, Lisa Niemi, tell People.
"Also, we can't help but feel that all the prayers, meditations and good thoughts sent his way by everyone has made a difference. Thank you!"
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