> At a Glance
> – Sean Swayze, younger brother of Patrick Swayze, died December 15 at age 63
> – Cause was upper gastrointestinal bleed due to alcoholic liver cirrhosis
> – Survived by brother Don Swayze and three children
> – Why it matters: Another tragedy for the Swayze family, who lost Patrick to cancer in 2009
The Swayze family is mourning again. Sean Swayze, the youngest of the three acting brothers, has died from complications of liver disease-15 years after Patrick Swayze succumbed to pancreatic cancer.
The Final Days
According to his death certificate, Sean suffered a severe upper gastrointestinal bleed triggered by esophageal varices and alcoholic liver cirrhosis. He was 63.
Rachel Leon, Sean’s cousin, shared the news on Instagram:
> “I’m heartbroken to share that my cousin Sean Swayze passed away today. Just recently, we were talking about him coming down to Texas to spend time with us.”
Surviving Family
Sean leaves behind:
- Brother Don Swayze
- Children Jesse, Kyle, and Cassie Swayze
- Extended Texas-based relatives
Leon ended her post with:
> “We are praying hard for the entire family during this difficult time. Sean, I love you so much, and we will miss you dearly.”
Remembering Patrick
Patrick Swayze died in 2009 after a public battle with pancreatic cancer. His widow, Lisa Niemi, remarried in 2014 but continues to honor his legacy.
During a 2023 TODAY appearance she said:
> “His voice is in my head. When I need a bolstering up, I hear exactly what he’s saying: ‘Come on, girl, get real.'”
Niemi champions the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network in Patrick’s memory.
Key Takeaways
- Sean Swayze’s death certificate cites severe metabolic acidosis as a contributing factor
- The family faced prior heartbreak when Patrick died 15 years ago
- Sean’s children and brother Don now carry on the Swayze name
- Cousin Rachel Leon asked for continued prayers for the family
Another chapter closes for the Swayze family, as fans worldwide remember both brothers’ contributions to film and their enduring bond.
