Sudden Cardiac Arrest Cited in Death of 'Days of Our Lives' Star
Patrick Muldoon, known for his roles in Days of Our Lives, Melrose Place, and Starship Troopers, died on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at his home in Beverly Hills. He was 57 years old. His passing was confirmed by his sister, Shana Muldoon-Zappa, and his manager, who spoke to Variety.
The reported cause of death is cardiac arrest and a subsequent heart attack. Muldoon was last seen by his girlfriend, Miriam Rothbart, on Sunday morning. After having coffee with her, he reportedly went to take a shower and was later found unconscious on the bathroom floor.
Career and Public Recognition
Muldoon rose to prominence in the early 1990s, notably for his portrayal of Austin Reed on the daytime soap opera Days of Our Lives. His career spanned television and film for over two decades. He also appeared in Melrose Place and the science fiction film Starship Troopers. His latest movie, a thriller titled Dirty Hands, is slated for release later this month.
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He was also involved in producing, working on projects such as the upcoming film Kockroach, which was set to star prominent actors like Chris Hemsworth.
Tributes have poured in from fellow actors and industry figures, with child star Jake Getman among those sharing memories on social media.
Personal Life Details
While Muldoon was a public figure through his acting roles, he largely maintained privacy regarding his personal life. He was born in San Pedro, California, and is noted to have played football at USC. Reports indicate he was in a relationship with Miriam Rothbart at the time of his death.
He had recently expressed excitement about a new project, posting about it on Instagram just days before his passing.
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