"Patrick Swayze's Widow Opens Up About Life After His Death and Battling Criticism"

Lisa Niemi Swayze, widow of actor Patrick Swayze, revealed his initial reaction to being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, recalling how he said, "I'm a dead man." She shared the challenges they faced after the diagnosis, including the difficult decision of when to tell him and the emotional toll it took on both of them. Despite the grim prognosis, they remained optimistic realists and focused on aggressive treatment. Patrick Swayze passed away in September 2009, leaving behind a legacy of love and partnership with Lisa, whom he had been with for 34 years.