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VIDEO: On This Day, September 14- Remembering Patrick Swayze

On this day in 2009, the world said goodbye to a luminous star of stage and screen, Patrick Swayze.

I AM PATRICK SWAYZE Is Paramount's Highest-Rated I AM Special

Deadline reports that I Am Patrick Swayze, Paramount's latest in its I Am documentary series, averaged 1.1 million total viewers -- its biggest ratings ever for a special like this. 

VIDEO: Paramount Network Releases I AM PATRICK SWAYZE Official Trailer

I Am Patrick Swayze is a loving tribute to the prolific actor that showcases his life and career through untold stories, exclusive interviews, heartfelt home movies, and family photos featuring those who knew him best. The film explores his childhood in Texas and his enduring relationship with widow Lisa Niemi, whom he met as a teenager at his mother's dance studio. Known for undeniable star quality, the documentary is a window into an artist's life that delves into his remarkable film career working on huge blockbuster hits like Dirty Dancing, The Outsiders, and Ghost.

Paramount Network to Honor Patrick Swayze in New Documentary

 Paramount Network has joined forces with Network Entertainment to celebrate the life of legendary Hollywood figure Patrick Swayze for the  latest installment of the I Am documentary franchise. I Am Patrick Swayze will world premiere in the actor's home state at the San Antonio Film Festival on Friday, August 2, and will debut on Swayze's birthday, Sunday, August 18 at 9:00 p.m. ETPT on Paramount Network.  Patrick Swayze classics Ghost and Dirty Dancing will air leading into the documentary at 3:30 p.m. ETPT and 6:30 p.m. ETPT. 

VIDEO: On This Day, September 14- Remembering Patrick Swayze

Patrick Swayze, a three-time Golden Globe nominated actor, dancer, and singer-songwriter is best-known as the romantic lead in 'Dirty Dancing' and 'Ghost', and for the 'North and South' TV-series. His first professional job was as a dancer for Disney on Parade. In the 70's, the Texas native moved to New York to further his formal dance training. He studied with the Harkness Ballet Company, and then the Joffrey, before joining the Eliot Feld Ballet as a principal dancer.

VIDEO: On This Day, September 14- Remembering Patrick Swayze

Patrick Swayze, a three-time Golden Globe nominated actor, dancer, and singer-songwriter is best-known as the romantic lead in 'Dirty Dancing' and 'Ghost', and for the 'North and South' TV-series. His first professional job was as a dancer for Disney on Parade. In the 70's, the Texas native moved to New York to further his formal dance training. He studied with the Harkness Ballet Company, and then the Joffrey, before joining the Eliot Feld Ballet as a principal dancer.

Lara Spencer to Host New Weekly Program PEOPLE ICONS, Premiering 3/7

ABC News and People are teaming up once again for a new limited primetime series titled PEOPLE ICONS premiering TUESDAY, MARCH 7, at 10 p.m. EST on ABC. 

Julien's Auctions Presents Property From The Estate of Patrick Swayze

Julien's Auctions, the world-record breaking auction house to the stars has announced the first auction event of their 2017 season - Property from the Estate of Patrick Swayze.

Robin Roberts to Appear at Alliance for Women in Media Foundation Annual Gracie Awards Luncheon

The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) is pleased to announce that Robin Roberts, anchor, ABC's Good Morning America, and a 2014 national Gracie Award recipient

Photo Coverage: GHOST THE MUSICAL Opening Night Red Carpet!

BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture all the red carpet arrivals of GHOST THE MUSICAL's opening night on Broadway - April 24, 2012!

Photo Coverage: GHOST THE MUSICAL - Opening Night Party!

The supernatural power of love arrived on Broadway, last night April 24th, at the Opening Night of GHOST The Musical. After the show, the cast and creative team headed over to the hotspot club, Tunnel, to celebrate the show's opening and BroadwayWorld was there!

ABC Announces Upcoming Programming Highlights for GOOD MORNING AMERICA

The following report highlights the programming of ABC's GOOD MORNING AMERICA during the week of January 2 - January 6, 2012

Photo Coverage: AARP Magazine's 2011 Inspire Awards

Photos from the reception for the AARP Magazine's 2011 Inspire Awards at Ronald Reagan Building on December 9, 2010 in Washington, DC.

Photo Flash: Lansbury, Neuwirth, et al. at Career Transition For Dancers

ROLEX Career Transition For Dancers 25th Anniversary Silver Jubilee was a complete sell out with everyone of the 2,700 seats at City Center filled. Over 800 guests went on the the Hilton for the Anniversary supper, the live luxury auction and dancing with the dancers. The evening raised a cool $ 1.2 Million which will go to CTFD's scholarship programs. Allen Brill, ROLEX USA, CEO & President committed to presenting the annual Jubilee for three more years.

Angela Lansbury to Host CTFD's 25th Anniversary Silver Jubilee: A Star-Studded Retrospective, 11/8

Rolex presents Career Transition For Dancers' 25th ANNIVERSARY SILVER JUBILEE: A STAR-STUDDED RETROSPECTIVE on Monday, November 8, 2010 at 7:00 pm at New York City Center, 131 West 55 Street (btwn. 6th and 7th Ave) NYC. It will be followed by an Anniversary Supper with the Stars at The Grand Ballroom at The Hilton New York.

Lansbury Hosts Career Transitions' SILVER JUBILEE; Hamlisch, Neuwirth Set To Appear

Rolex presents Career Transition For Dancers' 25th ANNIVERSARY SILVER JUBILEE: A STAR-STUDDED RETROSPECTIVE on Monday, November 8, 2010 at 7:00 pm at New York City Center, 131 West 55 Street (btwn. 6th and 7th Ave) NYC.

Tharp To Receive 2010 ROLEX DANCE AWARD At Career Transitions' Silver Jubilee 11/8

The 2010 Rolex Dance Award will be given to Twyla Tharp when Rolex presents Career Transition For Dancers' 25th ANNIVERSARY SILVER JUBILEE: A STAR-STUDDED RETROSPECTIVE on Monday, November 8, 2010 at 7:00 pm at New York City Center, 131 West 55 Street (btwn. 6th and 7th Ave) NYC.

Lansbury To Host Career Transition For Dancers' Gala 11/8

Rolex presents Career Transition For Dancers' 25th ANNIVERSARY SILVER JUBILEE: A STAR-STUDDED RETROSPECTIVE on Monday, November 8, 2010 at 7:00 pm at New York City Center, 131 West 55 Street (btwn. 6th and 7th Ave) NYC. It will be followed by an Anniversary Supper with the Stars at the Grand Ballroom at the Hilton New York. The Career Transition For Dancers Awards for Outstanding Contributions to the World of Dance will be given to the organization's founders: ACTORS' EQUITY ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN GUILD OF MUSICAL ARTISTS, SCREEN ACTORS GUILD; as well as an award each to THE BARTH FAMILY and the CTFD President CYNTHIA G. FISCHER. Also at the gala the Capezio Ballet Makers Dance Foundation will present TRISHA BROWN with the 59th annual Capezio Dance Award.

Tune, Ziemba, Neuwirth Lead Career Transitions' 25th ANNIVERSARY SILVER JUBILEE

Rolex presents Career Transition For Dancers' 25th ANNIVERSARY SILVER JUBILEE: A STAR-STUDDED RETROSPECTIVE on Monday, November 8, 2010 at 7:00 pm at New York City Center, 131 West 55 Street (btwn. 6th and 7th Ave) NYC.

YoungArts Appoints Dancer/Choreographer Desmond Richardson to Board of Trustees

YoungArts, the core program of the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts, is pleased to announce that famed dancer/choreographer Desmond Richardson has joined its Board of Trustees. Richardson will be one of two YoungArts Alumni representatives on the Board.