Patrick Swayze, the beloved actor, passed away more than a decade ago after battling pancreatic cancer. His wife of 34 years, Lisa Niemi, shared intimate moments from his final days in her memoir “Worth Fighting For.” Niemi recalled their last exchange: “My last words to Patrick? ‘I love you,’ and those were his last words to me.” She described the poignant moment when she knew it was time for him to go, as he took his last breaths on a Monday morning.

A recent documentary, “I Am Patrick Swayze,” delves into the actor’s life, including his enduring romance with Niemi, whom he met as a teenager. Despite the challenges, including Swayze’s battle with cancer and struggles with alcohol, Niemi remained devoted to him. She shared his determination to keep working, even taking on a role in “The Beast” despite his illness, which revitalized him temporarily.

Niemi highlighted Swayze’s refusal to let cancer define him professionally, insisting on performing his own stunts. Reflecting on his resilience, she wrote, “He never wanted his job to be easier just because he was diagnosed with cancer.” Through it all, their love endured, a testament to their enduring bond.