Actor Patrick Muldoon dies at age 57

Actor Patrick Muldoon, known for his roles in Days of Our Lives and Starship Troopers , died on April 19, 2026, at the age of 57. News of his death was confirmed by his manager, but the cause of death is currently unknown.

Career and recognition

Muldoon gained widespread recognition for his role as Austin Reed in the popular soap opera Days of Our Lives . His first run on the series lasted from 1992 to 1995, after which he returned to the role in 2011 and 2012. He was also active in the primetime soap Melrose Place , where he played Richard Hart, the series antagonist, from 1995 to 1996.

In addition, he had a recurring role in the iconic sitcom Saved By the Bell . Muldoon was also known in film, especially for his role as Zander Barcalow in the 1997 science-fiction movie Starship Troopers . In it, he starred opposite Denise Richards, who played Carmen, his love interest in the film.

Recent projects and production work

Muldoon’s most recent acting role was in the film Dirty Hands , where he once again worked with Denise Richards. The film, which is due out soon, marks his return to major productions. In addition to acting, he was also a producer. He ran his own production company, Storyboard Productions.

His production credits include films such as The Card Counter , The Dreadful , Marlowe , and Riff Raff . Just one day before his death, he shared information on social media about a new project called KOCKROACH , saying he was excited about the involvement of actors such as Chris Hemsworth and Taron Edgerton.

Personal remembrance

Muldoon was remembered as a talented actor with a major impact on the film and television industry. Fans loved him for his versatility and the strong character roles he portrayed. His death leaves a void in both the entertainment world and the hearts of his followers.