Patrick Swayze has labeled himself “a miracle dude” because of how he has handled his cancer diagnosis, saying he “should be dead right now”.
Swayze, 55, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer earlier this year and was initially rumoured to be dying, but has appeared appeared tanned and healthy at Los Angeles airport.
Speaking to fans and reporters at the airport, Swayze has been quoted as saying: “I’m cooking. I’m a miracle dude. I don’t know why.
“I’m doing really well. I feel really good. I’ve put on 20 pounds. I should be dead right now. Look at me – I’m a miracle.”
Swayze has been advised by doctors that he is healthy enough to begin filming new TV show The Beast.