Sean Swayze, younger brother of Patrick Swayze, dies at 63

Sean Swayze, the younger brother of late Hollywood star Patrick Swayze, has died at the age of 63, his family confirmed. According to PEOPLE, Sean passed away on December 15, 2025, in Los Angeles.

Sean’s death certificate shows he died from an acute upper gastrointestinal bleed and severe metabolic acidosis, complications stemming from esophageal varices and alcoholic liver cirrhosis, a condition caused by long-term liver damage.

He spent much of his career working as an entertainment Teamster and was known as a supportive presence within the Hollywood community. Sean is survived by his children, Cassie and Kyle Swayze, as well as his brother Don Swayze and other family members.

In a heartfelt Instagram tribute, his cousin Rachel Leon shared a recent photo of Sean participating in a Dirty Dancing-themed event and described him as “always fun and full of life.” She wrote, “I’m heartbroken to share that my cousin Sean Swayze passed away today… We sent the T-shirts to Sean, who wore them proudly for us… Our thoughts and prayers go out to his brother Don Swayze and his children.”

Leon also reflected on recent conversations and plans she had shared with Sean, adding, “Please know that we love you and are always here for you. Sean, I love you so much, and we will miss you dearly.”

Sean’s brother Patrick Swayze, best known for his iconic roles in Dirty Dancing and Ghost, died of pancreatic cancer in 2009 at the age of 57. Sean’s passing marks another loss for the Swayze family, whose legacy remains closely tied to Hollywood history.