Patrick Swayze Responding Well To Cancer Treatment

By Access HollywoodMay 27, 2008, 7:49 pm PDT

LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Patrick Swayze said he is doing well with the treatment for his pancreatic cancer.

"I am continuing treatment at Stanford and the great news is I continue to respond well," the "Dirty Dancing" star said in a statement to People.com.

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It was first revealed that Swayze was battling pancreatic cancer in March.

Though he continues to receive treatment, Swayze said he has been enjoying life with his wife, Lisa Niemi.

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"Lisa and I have been back and forth from New Mexico enjoying the arrival of spring and new baby calves," Swayze's statement read. "This past weekend, we spent a fun time with friends in Reno for Lisa's birthday, where I took her jewelry shopping at Kenny G & Company and were able to find her something really special and much deserved."

As previously reported on AccessHollywood.com, Swayze spent Friday night catching Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference basketball finals in Los Angeles.

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  • Kun J
    OH, he is really handsome. The wealthy women ranked him as one of the top ten handsome guy On the famous sugar dating site ~~&&&***^^^UKSugarmommy~~##%^&*&^^CO m, where many famous rich stars seeking sugarbabies. ---Even he is not a sugarbaby!!!!!
    report abuseposted June 9, 2008, 4:53 pm PDT
  • ck1_content
    Dear Patrick, In alot of post ahead of me mentions, "The One and Only", "The Big Guy", "El Jeffe" as my father used to call him, The Lord above is who I am refering to... stick to him and he does wonders. Stay strong and I will light a candle for you and your family at church. Que Dios te Bendiga Senor con suerte Cindy
    report abuseposted June 9, 2008, 1:47 am PDT
  • thomas_howlett
    Hi patrick our prayers go out to you. Beat the dame thing! Good luck with yr new TV show. Love and god bless. Tom, Ramona and Paul from the Philippines!
    report abuseposted June 9, 2008, 12:45 am PDT
  • Susan
    Patrick, what an inspiration you are to all of us! Keep the faith and I look fowarding to seeing your new show! God bless you.
    report abuseposted June 8, 2008, 10:18 pm PDT
  • karen c
    Patrick you so convincing on the screen. I have seen & thoroughly enjoy all your movies. God Bless you & your wonderful family, who you are so good to. Your wife is so lucky to have such devoted sexy husband. I cried when I heard your diagnosis. You are such a terrific person. I wish I could make you better & take away your pain. We all love you so much. I pray God s
    report abuseposted June 8, 2008, 8:20 pm PDT
  • phelps_alecia
    Your are such a role model to so many people. You and your family are in my thought and prayers. Stay strong and believe, GOD works in myserious ways. Look at all the miracles he has shown us. You can and will beat this in more ways then one. One of your biggest fans!
    report abuseposted June 8, 2008, 8:14 pm PDT
  • seagull
    Hello Patrick this is Linnette from the island of Puerto Rico. Heard the news of your health and started praying to God to heal you, to give you strength to go on, which I know you will, and to place his blessed upon you, who deserve it. You are a fighter and will continue to be. I am a fan of yours and wish you the best always. Take care and God will bless you now and always.
    report abuseposted June 8, 2008, 7:53 pm PDT
  • julia m
    Hi Patrick, Just want you to know that I am raising my three Grandchildren.All three love the movie Dirty Dancing!We watch it often.We love you and pray that you'll get better.God does perform miracles...I know because I witnessed one that I personally asked Him to provide for me.Take Care.
    report abuseposted June 8, 2008, 6:14 pm PDT
  • charlene k
    Patrick you are one in a millon and I love you dearly! Please pray for God does hear us and he will heal you! When you get better please come to Savannah Georgia, we would love to have you. I will be looking forward to watch your new show, and I know it will be a winner!!!!
    report abuseposted June 8, 2008, 4:46 pm PDT
  • aijo
    patrick, you should know that it's not the end of the world. There is hope in the powerful name of Jesus who died for your healing today. Also try the kangen-alkaline water, proven to be anti-cancer. And avoid all processed foods, but take fruits and vegetables, meaning raw foods.Lasty, try the reishi gano, proven to be anti0cancer and boost you immune system. TRY THESE AND SEE THE DIFFERE
    report abuseposted June 8, 2008, 3:56 pm PDT
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