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- How and where he died: details from the scene
- Early life: from San Pedro to USC football
- Television roles that made him a household name
- Feature films and recent projects
- Behind the camera: his role as a producer
- Music and other creative pursuits
- How friends and family remember him
- Notable credits at a glance
- Survivors and family details
Patrick Muldoon, the actor known for his soap-opera charm and 1990s TV stardom, has died at 57. The news of his sudden passing has sent ripples through Hollywood, where he was respected as both a performer and a producer.
How and where he died: details from the scene
Authorities and close contacts say Muldoon suffered an unexpected heart attack at his Beverly Hills home. His partner, Miriam Rothbart, discovered him unconscious in their bathroom after he did not come out of the shower.
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Paramedics were called, but Muldoon was pronounced dead at the scene. His sister, Shana Muldoon-Zappa, shared some details with media outlets as family and friends began to process the shock.
Early life: from San Pedro to USC football
Muldoon grew up in San Pedro, California. He attended the University of Southern California and played on the USC Trojans football team.
While still a student, he tried acting. Small TV appearances gave him a taste for the screen and steered him toward entertainment.
Television roles that made him a household name
His career moved quickly from guest spots to recurring roles. Early appearances included a part on Saved By the Bell, where he played a brief love interest opposite Tiffani Thiessen.
- Days of Our Lives: Muldoon became widely known for portraying Austin Reed. He played the role in the early 1990s and returned to it years later.
- Melrose Place: During a hiatus from the soap, he joined Melrose Place as Richard Hart and was a regular across multiple seasons.
Feature films and recent projects
Muldoon also worked in film. He appeared as Zander Barcalow in the 1997 sci-fi hit Starship Troopers.
At the time of his death, a new feature titled Dirty Hands was slated for release later this year.
Behind the camera: his role as a producer
Beyond acting, Muldoon built a career producing movies. He served as an executive producer on several projects and helped shepherd films from development to release.
- The Tribes of Palos Verdes
- The Dreadful
- Riff Raff
He was also involved in the production of Kockroach, a project associated with major names such as Chris Hemsworth, Taron Egerton and Zazie Beetz.
Music and other creative pursuits
Muldoon did not limit himself to screens. He fronted the band Sleeping Masses as lead singer and guitarist. Music remained part of his creative identity throughout his life.
How friends and family remember him
Friends described Muldoon by his nickname, “Bobo,” and recalled a magnetic, generous personality. He was praised for warmth, kindness and a flair for humor.
Those close to him note his love of animals and his ability to make people feel safe and seen. He was often remembered as stylish and full of energy, with a rock ’n’ roll spirit.
Notable credits at a glance
- Saved By the Bell — recurring role
- Days of Our Lives — Austin Reed (1992–1995, 2011–2012)
- Melrose Place — Richard Hart (Seasons 3–5)
- Starship Troopers — Zander Barcalow (1997)
- Dirty Hands — upcoming release
- Executive producer credits — The Tribes of Palos Verdes, The Dreadful, Riff Raff, Kockroach
Survivors and family details
He is survived by his partner, Miriam Rothbart; his parents, Deanna and Patrick Muldoon Sr.; and his sister, Shana Muldoon-Zappa, and her husband Ahmet Zappa, along with their children.
