Patrick Muldoon, Beloved Days of Our Lives Star, Dies at 57
Patrick Muldoon, best known to soap audiences as Austin Reed on Days of Our Lives, has died at the age of 57.
Days of Our Lives Star Patrick Muldoon
Patrick Muldoon | JPI StudiosDeadline confirmed tonight that actor Patrick Muldoon passed away on Sunday, April 19, after suffering a heart attack.
Muldoon was well known as Austin Reed on Days of our Lives. He originated the role in 1992 and remained with DAYS until 1995, later returning for another stint from 2011 to 2012. He also played the conservative father of Mike Manning’s (Smitty, Beyond the Gates) character, Caleb McKinnon, on The Bay.
A Career That Extended Beyond Salem
Brandon Beemer, Mike Manning, and Patrick Muldoon | JPI StudiosWhile Muldoon is well known for his work on Days of Our Lives, his career spanned television and film. He appeared on Melrose Place as Richard Hart during its peak in the mid-1990s and had earlier roles on series like Saved by the Bell and Who’s the Boss?.
On the big screen, he was known for roles in films such as Starship Troopers and Super Troopers, as well as a long list of television movies.
Christie Clark, Alison Sweeney, and Patrick Muldoon | JPI StudiosMuldoon remained active in the industry in recent years, with additional projects and appearances, including attending events earlier in 2026. He had completed a crime thriller called Dirty Hands, which is set to be released on digital platforms this week. He had been filming the feature, Kockroach, with Chris Hemsworth.
Known as “Bobo” to those close to him, Muldoon will be greatly missed by friends and family. Condolences from fans have already begun pouring in on his Instagram post of a table jam with his family. Muldoon is survived by his partner, Miriam Rothbart, as well as his parents, sister, and extended family.
