Beloved soap opera star and 90s heartthrob Patrick Muldoon dies at 57

The entertainment community is mourning the sudden passing of Patrick Muldoon, the versatile actor who captured hearts as a 1990s television staple. Best known for his roles as Austin Reed on Days of Our Lives and the scheming Richard Hart on Melrose Place, Muldoon died Sunday following a suspected heart attack at his Los Angeles home. Beyond the small screen, he earned a place in cinema history starring in the cult classic Starship Troopers alongside Denise Richards.

Muldoon remained active in the industry until his final days, recently announcing a new executive producing project starring Chris Hemsworth. He also completed work on the upcoming film Dirty Hands, reuniting him with long-time friend and former co-star Denise Richards. From his beginnings as a USC football player to his decades-long career in Hollywood, Muldoon’s charm and talent left an indelible mark on his fans and the industry he loved.