Patrick Swayze: ‘I’m still alive!’

After making news for his tell all interview with Barbara Walters, actor Patrick Swayze was rushed to an LA hospital where he was diagnosed with pneumonia.

After making news for his tell all interview with Barbara Walters, actor Patrick Swayze was rushed to an LA hospital where he was diagnosed with pneumonia.

Swayze who is battling pancreatic cancer has released a statement saying his condition is improving.

“I am alive and plan on continuing to stay that way … I am almost in the clear.”

The 56 year old, best known for his role in Dirty Dancing has been fighting pancreatic cancer for a year – whilst still maintaining a starring role on his new US TV series The Beast.

His interview with Barbara Walters maked the first occasion the star had publicly spoken about his illness.