Despite radio reports that claimed Patrick Swayze passed away this morning, the actor is still alive and well.

“This is to confirm that Patrick Swayze did not pass away this morning contrary to severely reckless reports stemming from a radio station in Jacksonville, Florida,” his rep told Usmagazine.com. “Patrick Swayze is alive, well and is enjoying his life and he continues to respond to treatment.”

The actor has been undergoing chemotherapy and other treatments since he was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in January 2008.

Additionally, this is not the first time the press has made up stories on his condition. In March, Swayze refuted reports by the National Enquirer that he only had weeks to live.

“I am one of the lucky ones with pancreatic cancer that is responding well to the treatment,” he responded at the time. “There is a brand new, 12-week old, Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy named Kumasai in my life who is gorgeous and already showing that he will be one special dog… I have so much to be thankful for at this time.”

We’re so glad to hear Patrick is still alive and well, and hope his condition continues to improve! To the radio personalities who reported his death - shame on them!!!

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