Image courtesy of WireImageMost everyone remembers him from "Dirty Dancing." Me, I skated in a movie with him called "Skatetown, U.S.A." We both took dance classes from Bobby Banas, who choreagraphed the skating and dance scenes.
My daughter had a crush on him when she was a tween, and even had her picture taken on Hollywood Blvd. with a fake Patrick. I know I have it somewhere in my picture boxes.
Patrick was a great dancer, and none of the movies he ever did really showcased his work. His mom taught dancing and his wife is a dancer. I will always remember him as a dancer, and a fucking great four wheel skater.
Trailer for Skatetown U.S.A.
Swayze was not doubled in the skating sequences. He did his own skating. Remember, this is not inline skating like ice skates. We did four wheel skates back then. This was shot at the Hollywood Paladium, by the way. I spent like 13 hours a day on skates, and when I'd take them off, my feet felt like they would float off the floor up to the roof!
Patrick and Lisa ... enjoy until the YouTube Police remove it.
I miss you already, babe.
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