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Friends Mourn Loss of 'Larger Than Life' Actor Patrick Muldoon
17 May
Summary
- Actor Patrick Muldoon died suddenly from a heart attack.
- Muldoon was remembered for his poetry, humor, and charisma.
- He was also a former USC football player in the 1980s.
The entertainment world is mourning the loss of actor Patrick Muldoon, who died on April 19, 2026, from a heart attack. Medical documentation revealed that a pulmonary embolism and a coagulopathy disorder contributed to his passing. His former USC teammate Rodney Peete announced the news on May 16, 2026, sharing heartfelt memories of their brotherhood.
Muldoon, celebrated for his poetic nature, humor, and charismatic presence, also had a significant past as a teenage football star and played tight end for USC in the 1980s. His family had planned a memorial service at St. Monica's Catholic Church in Santa Monica.
Tributes from numerous friends and former colleagues, including Lisa Rinna and Tori Spelling, flooded social media. His ex-girlfriend, who dated him in the late 1990s and starred alongside him in "Starship Troopers," described their enduring friendship of 36 years as unconditional, highlighting his loyalty, kindness, and vibrant zest for life.
