Sean Swayze, the younger brother of the late actor Patrick Swayze, has died at age 63. His son, Jesse Swayze, confirmed his death to multiple outlets on January 7, 2026.
A Family Mourns Another Loss
The Swayze family is grappling with another heartbreaking loss, sixteen years after Patrick Swayze’s passing.
- Sean Swayze died December 15 in the Los Angeles area.
- The cause of death was an acute upper gastrointestinal bleed, complicated by several health factors.
- He is survived by three children and his brother, Don Swayze.
- Sean’s death was publicly announced by his cousin, Rachel Leon, on Instagram.
Sean Swayze passed away on December 15 in the Los Angeles area, according to reports. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office determined the cause of death to be an acute upper gastrointestinal bleed stemming from “severe metabolic acidosis, esophageal varices, and alcoholic liver cirrhosis.” He had been working as an entertainment Teamster and is remembered fondly by his three children.
This tragic news arrives sixteen years after the death of Patrick Swayze, Sean’s older brother, who captivated audiences in iconic films like “Dirty Dancing” and “Ghost.” Patrick Swayze succumbed to pancreatic cancer at age 57.
Remembering Sean Through Family Memories
Cousin Rachel Leon shared the news of Sean’s passing on December 17 via an Instagram post. She recalled a recent interaction with Sean, where he proudly wore a T-shirt designed to honor Patrick and promote a “Dirty Dancing” crawfish theme. “My daughter, a marketing manager, came up with this idea,” Leon wrote. “He was always fun and full of life.”
Leon’s post extended heartfelt condolences to the family, specifically mentioning Sean’s brother, Don Swayze, and his children. “We are praying hard for the entire family during this difficult time,” she wrote. “Sean, I love you so much, and we will miss you dearly.”
The loss of Sean Swayze marks a difficult time for the Swayze family and those who remember his vibrant spirit.
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