Muere Patrick Muldoon, actor de Starship Troopers, a los 57 años

‘Starship Troopers’ actor Patrick Muldoon has passed away at the age of 57. The actor, known for his roles in the soap opera ‘Days of Our Lives’ and the 1997 film ‘Starship Troopers’, died at home from a heart attack, according to his manager’s confirmation to Deadline. In Paul Verhoeven’s sci-fi film, Muldoon portrayed Zander Barcalow, the romantic rival of the lead character played by Casper Van Dien. His co-star Dina Meyer shared a heartfelt tribute, saying, «I can’t believe he’s gone. Pat was one of the kindest people I’ve ever known and was like a brother to me.» She added, «He was such a light… Always making us laugh.» Alison Sweeney, who worked with him on ‘Days of Our Lives’, similarly paid tribute, calling him «a rare kind of person – brilliantly talented, endlessly kind and generous in spirit.» Muldoon had also appeared in the popular 1990s series ‘Melrose Place’. He played Austin Reed in ‘Days of Our Lives’ from 1992 to 1995, with a brief return in 2011. His passing has been mourned by colleagues and fans alike, who remember him as a gifted and warm presence both on and off screen.