Patrick Muldoon died of a heart attack on April 19, 2026. He was 57 years old. The actor was found unconscious by his girlfriend in their Beverly Hills home.
Muldoon was well-known for his role as Austin Reed on Days of Our Lives, which he played from 1992 to 1995 and reprised from 2011 to 2012. He also portrayed the villain Richard Hart on Melrose Place from 1995 to 1996. His performance as Zander Barcalow in the 1997 film Starship Troopers is still remembered.
He graduated from USC, where he played on the Trojans football team. Muldoon’s acting career began with a role in the sitcom Who’s the Boss?. His latest film, Dirty Hands, is set to be released later this year.
Friends described him as “endlessly generous” and noted his charisma. Alison Sweeney expressed her sorrow, stating, “This is such heartbreaking news. Pat was a rare kind of person—brilliantly talented, endlessly kind, and generous in spirit.” Many will remember him fondly.
Muldoon was also an executive producer on the upcoming film Kockroach. He expressed excitement about the project before his passing, stating how thrilled he was to work with notable stars like Chris Hemsworth and Taron Edgerton.
He is survived by his partner Miriam Rothbart and his family. His legacy includes not just his roles but also the impact he had on those around him.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any memorial services or tributes planned to honor his life and career.
