At a press even for the Television Critics Association it was revealed that Patrick Swayze has pneumonia and has checked himself into a hospital for observation. "As we arrived here this morning we have some news," said A&E president Abbe Raven. "Patrick Swayze has checked himself into the hospital. However, he asked us specifically to go forward with today’s panel. We wish him the very best with his recovery."
Bob DeBitetto, the president and general manager of A&E, delivered the news that Swayze had decided to check himself into the hospital after he came down with pneumonia. Patrick, who is battling pancreatic cancer, had been expected to discuss his new show, The Beast, scheduled to begin airing Jan. 15. Our prayers and thoughts are with the Swayze family!
