Denise Richards has expressed profound grief following the sudden death of her former boyfriend, Patrick Muldoon, at the age of 57. The actor, renowned for his roles in Starship Troopers, Days of Our Lives, and Melrose Place, passed away on Sunday, with initial reports indicating a heart attack as the cause.
A Lifelong Friendship Cut Short
Richards, 55, and Muldoon first met in an acting class when she was 19 and he was 21, sparking a relationship that lasted five years. Despite their romantic split, they maintained a close friendship, with Muldoon even appearing on her reality television shows. Their bond spanned over three decades, with Richards describing him as her "best friend" and "family" in a heartfelt Instagram post.
Emotional Words from Denise Richards
In her tribute, Richards shared a series of photos and videos, writing, "This is so hard for me to put into words. I am deeply heartbroken & devastated losing you. You were my best friend & my family." She highlighted their unconditional friendship, noting, "The friendship, love, support, respect & loyalty we had was unconditional and rare." Richards praised Muldoon's charismatic personality, stating, "You lit up every room you walked into. You are larger than life & Everyone was drawn to you."
She reflected on their shared history, saying, "We’ve been each other’s rock. Our memories together are endless. You’ve had my back and protected me more than anyone." Richards expressed her struggle to cope with the loss, adding, "I don’t know what I’m going to do without you here. You’re my voice of reason & pillar of strength."
Family Tributes and Personal Memories
Tributes also poured in from Richards' daughters, Sami and Lola Sheen, whose father is Charlie Sheen. Lola, 20, responded to her mother's post, writing, "This is so beautiful mom, I am so so sorry. I love you so much, you guys are endgame forever." She later shared her own message on social media, describing Muldoon as a "huge part of our family."
Lola reminisced about her childhood, saying, "I thought you were the one that was supposed be in our lives forever, when I think of my childhood I think of you Pat…" She humorously recalled, "I always begged my mom, I'm sure she told you, that you guys would end up back together haha, but i guess staying best friends was better anyways."
Hollywood Reacts to the Loss
Muldoon's death has sent shockwaves through Hollywood, with fans and colleagues mourning the actor's extensive career and enduring friendships. According to US reports, his girlfriend found him unconscious at home after he went to shower, and paramedics were unable to revive him. The incident has left the entertainment community in mourning, celebrating his legacy as a talented and humble performer.
Richards concluded her tribute with a poignant note, "We thought we’d live forever or at least into our 90’s. Schweetbabe I will be looking for those signs. I need to know you’re still here with me. I love you so much & miss you dearly schweetbabe." This emotional farewell underscores the deep connection they shared, highlighting a loss felt not only by Richards but by all who knew Muldoon.
