Television Critics Association 2009 Winter Press Tour:Patrick Swayze checked himself into the hospital this morning for observation after coming down with pneumonia. The pneuomia is a complication of chemotherapy treatments for Swayze's cancer.
Swayze was scheduled to join costar Travis Fimmel and producers in presenting A & amp,E's new drama The Beast to critics.Patrick has asked that I tell you that this morning he checked himself into the hospital for observation," said A&E president and general manager Robert DeBitetto.Chemotheraphy can take its toll on the immune system and illnesses are a part of that.He thanks everybody for the outpouring of support. We hope to see him back on his feet soon.Swayze's spokeswoman, Annett Wolf, confirmed that Swayze was in the hospital but would not provide additional details.In light of the news today, it's a bump in the road," said Vincent Angell, one of the show's co-executive producers.We wish him all the best.n the series, which premieres Jan. 15, Swayze plays an FBI veteran who trains a rookie partner played by Travis Fimmel. Producers said they found out Swayze had cancer four hours after learning A&E had picked up the series. They also said filming was completed on all episodes of the first season and hope Swayze could continue in the role for a second season.
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