By Henry Hards
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Often, when fans say they could have done a better job than someone perceived to have ruined the object of their devotion, it’s just a lot of hot air. Just fans being fans without any real way (or ability) to back up the claims at all.

Unless, of course, that fan is That 70s Show‘s Topher Grace, who in 2012 made major waves when he actually showed something that few have tried to pull off. He made an 85-minute recut of the Star Wars prequels.

Topher Grace re-edited George Lucas’ three prequel films (which run a collective 418 minutes) into one coherent feature-length film. And it’s good.

In addition to slashing the running time (and making those cuts while still maintaining a coherent storyline), Grace shifted and refocused things a little from the prequels we know and argue over. Gone are all the pod racing, unnecessary exposition, and obnoxious CGI characters that clutter Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. Instead, Grace begins his film with the end of that one: with the final showdown between Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, and Darth Maul.

It’s hilarious to think that most of The Phantom Menace could effectively be eliminated without causing any real confusion in the overall story. Not a great look for George Lucas and company, but it does speak to the problems fans had with the first prequel when it originally hit theaters.

Topher Grace kept much of the action from the Lucas films but eliminated any lightsaber battles unless they were relevant to the actual storylines he emphasizes. Those are largely about the Anakin-Padme relationship and Obi-Wan’s search for the individuals trying to assassinate politicians.

Scenes like the one where Padme brings Anakin home to meet her family, which were deleted from Lucas’ films, but shed light on characters and relationships, are reinstated. In this way, Grace extracted relevant pieces of the story that could find their way into the original final cut.

Grace provides a smooth transition to the original trilogy by ending his film with an image of the menacing Darth Vader, sans that much-maligned “Nooo!

This is yet another example of less is more, especially when it comes to Star Wars. True fans already understand the depth of the pain here; it didn’t need to be hammered home in such an obvious (and kind of silly) way.

Of course, it’s not without its drawbacks. Cutting over 300 minutes from a series will leave a few holes and move things at a pace that might feel strange to those familiar with the originals. However, according to those few who have ever been allowed to see it, Grace’s film is thematically tight, action-packed, and enjoyable.

Topher Grace’s cut, first completed in 2012, went on to inspire others to take up the Star Wars editing mantle in the years that followed. Topher Grace even helped produce and splice a 5-minute cut of the entire franchise, trailer-style, that brings in elements from nearly every Star Wars production having to do with the original timeline and characters.

His 5-minute cut beautifully encapsulates the franchise’s central ethos while also setting the stage for movies like Solo, Rogue One, and, of course, the other timeline movies.

Unfortunately, Topher Grace’s 85-minute Star Wars cut won’t be coming to a big or small screen near you soon (or ever). Disney would never allow it.

Topher Grace doesn’t plan to hold any more public screenings or distribute the film, even though thousands of Star Wars fans would probably jump at the chance to see the prequels without Jar Jar Binks. He’s probably too afraid of being sued by Disney.

Few cinematic genres are as popular or versatile as the thriller. Covering everything from horror to comedy and action, the thriller is maliable and enduring, offering audiences stories of mystery and anxiety that will have them on the edge of their seats. However, if there’s one subgenre that stands out from the others, it has to be the psychological thriller.

These movies toy with the audience’s perception, focusing on suspenseful narratives that deal with themes of mental distress, anxiety, paranoia, and distorted realities. They toy with their characters as much as with their audience, resulting in some of the best and most riveting movies in cinema. Movies like Memento and Oldboy are among the best-known examples of the subgenre, but many other great psychological thrillers have gone unnoticed over the years, and this list is our way to do right by them. If you haven’t seen the movies on this list, then do yourself a favor and seek them out; you won’t regret it.

‘Possessed’ (1947)

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Joan Crawford received her second Oscar nomination for her work in Curtis Bernhardt‘s Possessed. The film sees Crawford as Louise, the nurse of wealthy Dean Graham (Raymond Massey) and his wife, who develops an unhealthy fixation with the neighbor, David (Van Heflin). When Dean’s wife dies, Louise becomes his new wife, but her enduring obsession with David will lead her down a path of violence.

Few classical actresses played women in various degrees of mental anguish as perfectly as Joan Crawford, and Possessed is one of her finest hours. Sure, the film is highly accentuated to the point of bordering on melodrama — it was made in 1947, after all. However, the film still offers a riveting story about the dangers of obsession and the past’s ability to ruin one’s future if one does not reconcile with it. Besides, Crawford’s work is reason enough to watch.

‘Manhunter’ (1986)

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You may or may not know, but Anthony Hopkins wasn’t actually cinema’s first Hannibal Lecter. Five years earlier, Michael Mann adapted Thomas Harris‘ 1981 novel Red Dragon into Manhunter, with William Petersen as Will Graham and Brian Cox as Hannibal Lecktor. The film adapts the novel’s plot, which sees Graham coming out of retirement to catch a serial killer known as the Tooth Fairy. To do so, he must confront Lecktor, who tried to kill him years earlier.

Today, Manhunter has been all but eclipsed by the subsequent success of Jonathan Demme‘s The Silence of the Lambs, the superior adaptation of Harris’ novel. However, Manhunter is still quite a gripping thriller, with a radically different but no less compelling take on Hannibal Lecter. It might not reinvent the wheel or explore as many themes as Demme’s masterpiece, but Mann’s adaptation is as stylish as it is engrossing. The film’s approach to forensic science was also quite refreshing for the time, inspiring countless future thrillers.

‘Green Room’ (2015)

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Jeremy Saulnier‘s claim to fame came in 2015 with the horror psychological thriller Green Room. The film focuses on a punk band playing at a remote club in the Pacific Northwest. Their night descends into chaos and horror when they unwittingly witness a murder, finding themselves the targets of Neo-Nazi skinheads. The late Anton Yelchin stars alongside Imogen Poots, Callum Turner, and Patrick Stewart.

A pretty perfect horror movie from A24, Green Room is as wild as its premise makes it sound. It is unapologetically gruesome, hyper-violent, and grimy, making the most of its limited setting and remarkable cast to deliver a story that might lack depth, but it more than makes up for it in sheer thrills. That said, Green Room does have interesting things to say about morality and how it ebbs and flows when one’s life is on the line. Those with weak stomachs are wise to stay away, but all those who love their movies with a hard edge will love this underrated gem from the 2010s.

‘Take Shelter’ (2011)

Oscar nominee Michael Shannon and Oscar winner Jessica Chastain star in Jeff Nichols‘ 2013 psychological disaster thriller Take Shelter. Shannon plays Curtis, a husband and father plagued with apocalyptic visions about a coming storm. As he begins building a shelter to protect his family from the doom, his unexplained and seemingly unreasonable actions begin to strain his relationship with his loving wife, Samantha (Chastain).

A low-key masterpiece of the thriller genre, Take Shelter is as thought-provoking as it is elusive. The film isn’t really concerned with whether Curtis’ visions are actually prophetic or not; instead, the focus is on the psyche and the importance of human connection. Take Shelter is haunting and uneasy, but Shannon’s humane performance and Nichols’ nuanced approach make it a deep examination of duty and paranoia that never sensationalizes Curtis’ struggle. The ambiguous ending might be the best-known part, but the entire movie is rich in food for thought.

‘Strange Darling’ (2024)

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Strange Darling stars Willa Fitzgerald and certified scream king Kyle Gallner as a man and a woman who have a one-night stand that soon turns deadly. The plot follows a non-linear structure told across six chapters, each one a piece of a larger puzzle that only starts making sense about halfway through.

Subversive in the best possible way, Strange Darling makes the best out of its twisting narrative, largely thanks to a spectacular and frankly Oscar-worthy performance from Willa Fitzgerald. The film uses our preconceived notions of the psychological thriller to pull a trick on us, and the result is a refreshing game-changer that steps out of the genre’s boundaries. Released only two years ago, Strange Darling was severely underappreciated by both critics and audiences. Today, it continues to amass a small but loyal fanbase, but it still has a long way to go to secure cult classic status.

‘Don’t Look Now’ (1973)

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Nicole Roeg‘s Don’t Look Now has become more popular in recent years; that is indeed true. However, it still lacks the recognition of other horrors of the ’70s. Donald Sutherland and Julie Christie star as a married couple recovering from the death of their daughter by traveling to Venice. However, the pair begins dealing with strange and potentially supernatural situations that will push their sanity to the breaking point.

Don’t Look Now is perhaps best known for its ending and the long-standing yet now-debunked rumor that Sutherland and Christie had unsimulated sex on camera during its most famous scene. However, the film is a poignant and genuinely chilling exploration of grief and the inability to move on. The occult themes further support the film’s thesis regarding the inevitability of tragedy, crafting a mood of lingering dread that refuses to let go. Sutherland is particularly affecting here, and his work during the final moments has cemented Don’t Look Now as a classic, albeit an unsung one.

‘Repulsion’ (1965)

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When you think of Roman Polanski‘s psychological thrillers, chances are you think of Rosemary’s Baby. However, he actually directed another one three years earlier, Repulsion, which was also his English-language debut. Starring a career-best Catherine Deneuve, the film sees the legendary French actress playing Carol, a young woman with an acute fear of interacting with men. Left alone in her apartment, she begins to experience hallucinations as she descends into mental anguish.

Repulsion is one of the best thrillers of the ’60s, a ruthless and profoundly eerie exploration of sexual repression, identity, and isolation. The film successfully places us in a claustrophobic and slowly escalating situation, often putting us in Carol’s actual perspective to enhance immersion. In its way, Repulsion is a statement on femininity and non-conformity, with Carol choosing violence rather than subjugation and submission. Powered by Deneuve’s outstanding work, Repulsion is a powerful chamber piece that’s hard to shake off.

By Chris Snellgrove
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The strength of Star Trek has never been its ambitious special effects or its bevy of exotic aliens. No, the strength of this franchise has always been in its dialogue. Many fans memorize lines like Kirk’s “risk is our business” and turn them into personal mantras, which is no surprise.

These episodes offer such unique insights into the human condition that even a simple line can inspire you to change your life. In the very first Star Trek episode, though, the show’s most popular character had a line of dialogue that has inspired nothing but arguments among fans.

In The Original Series broadcast premiere “The Man Trap,” Spock makes a straightforward statement about his home planet: “Vulcan has no moon.” On paper, it’s a pretty simple statement because nobody really expected a fictional alien planet to have the exact same features as our own.

Unfortunately, since Star Trek: The Animated Series, the franchise has often portrayed Spock’s home planet as having a huge moon that is very visible from the planet below. Audiences have been trying to resolve this discrepancy for over half a century, and an episode of Strange New Worlds quietly made the most popular fan theory into canon.

When Pillow Talk Goes Wrong

When Spock mentions his home planet in “The Man Trap,” he is effectively shutting down some flirtation from Uhura. She playfully tells him to “tell me how your planet Vulcan looks on a lazy evening when the moon is full.” Without missing a beat or taking the bait, Spock tells his fellow officer that “Vulcan has no moon, Miss Uhura.” There was no need to question his assertion until the Star Trek: The Animated Series episode “Yesteryear.” In that episode, a large moon was very obviously visible from the surface of the planet Vulcan in multiple shots.

After this, it became weirdly common for Star Trek films and TV shows to feature a moon and other celestial bodies near Vulcan. The theatrical cut of Star Trek: The Motion Picture, for example, originally portrayed four oversized orbs in Vulcan’s sky. It wasn’t clear if these were meant to be moons or planets, but it eventually became a moot point. When the Director’s Edition of that movie came out on DVD, those objects had been removed, and the night sky (distracting since this was a daytime scene) was replaced with an orange one.

Fly Me To The Moon

The “does Vulcan have a moon?” debate calmed down until Star Trek: Discovery. The episodes “Lethe,” “If Memory Serves,” and “Such Sweet Sorrow” showed celestial bodies that were visible from the surface of the planet Vulcan.

Once again, it wasn’t clear if we were looking at moons, planets, or something else entirely. Moreover, fans once more had to wonder why Spock so confidently declared that Vulcan had no moon when so much cosmic crap is clearly visible from the surface of his planet.

However, veteran Star Trek writer D.C. Fontana provided a possible explanation for this conundrum, which was published in a fanzine way back in 1975. She proposed that Vulcan had a sister planet, T’Khut, that had a co-orbital relationship.

This elegantly justified Spock’s statement that Vulcan has no moon by explaining that what we saw in the sky in “Yesteryear” and later episodes wasn’t a lunar body. Instead, it was T’Khut, which was orbiting closely enough to be visible to the naked eye. While this remained only a fan theory for over half a century, it was eventually canonized by Strange New Worlds, which showed T’Khut orbiting Vulcan on a computer console.

There you have it, Trekkers: a simple throwaway line from Spock in the first episode of Star Trek to ever hit the airwaves ignited decades of fan debates. Everyone wanted to explain this seeming discrepancy, but nobody could top the one offered by franchise scribe D.C. Fontana. Paramount agreed, eventually making her popular theory official canon. As a side effect of all this, there’s now one line of dialogue Star Trek and Star Wars fans can quote for completely different reasons: “that’s no moon!”

Katy Perry is facing renewed scrutiny online after older concert and backstage clips resurfaced, sparking debate across social media. The renewed attention comes after actress Ruby Rose publicly accused Katy Perry of misconduct stemming from an alleged 2010 incident.

Katy Perry’s Resurfaced On-Stage Moment With Teen Fan Sparks Debate Online

As the Daily Mail reported, the viral footage, believed to be from a 2012 appearance at Capital FM’s Summertime Ball in London, shows Perry “groping” Justin Bieber, who was 18 at the time. In one moment, Katy Perry appears to place her hand on Justin Bieber’s backside while playfully mouthing “Sorry Selena” toward the camera, a reference to Selena Gomez, who was dating Bieber at the time.

Another resurfaced clip shows Katy Perry interacting with a teenage fan during her set. In the footage, the fan introduces himself as Robert as Perry asks him a series of questions, including, “Are you nervous?” and “Staying in school?” After he responds, she tells him, “That’s good, you’re going to be really, really popular on Monday.”

The moment continues as Perry asks, “This is going to be awkward in front of your father (in the audience). Have you ever been kissed?” After Robert shakes his head no, she leans in to kiss him on the lips while the crowd reacts.

The clip shows the teen appearing hesitant and pulling back, avoiding the kiss. Perry keeps the interaction going, telling him, “Honey, you might be too young to understand this, but when a woman kisses you, you gotta kiss her back”.

Robert then approaches and gives her a quick kiss on the cheek, with Perry playfully joking before wrapping up the moment. She then references her husband at the time, Russell Brand, telling the audience he was there to “surprise me,” before the fan exits the stage.

Backlash Builds As Fans Clash Over Resurfaced Clip

The resurfaced interaction has since become part of the broader online discussion surrounding the singer. Several users blasted Katy Perry, with one writing, “She has always been grabby in the past, probably thinking it was cool and hot. It wasn’t and still isn’t. She’s creepy and gross.”

Another added, “How embarrassing,” while a third declared, “Career ending or it should be!” Some comments took an even harsher tone, with one person writing, “She is sickening and needs to go. This should be the last nail in her coffin. She is abusive,” while another claimed, “Oh, I think everyone would like to see her taken down. Silenced.”

But not everyone agreed with the backlash. A handful of users defended the singer, arguing the moment was being blown out of proportion. “She was just being silly and outrageous. Stop trying to convict her to something she is unlikely to be!” one commenter wrote.

Ruby Rose Speaks Out On Alleged Incident

As The Blast previously reported, Ruby Rose said she was prompted to speak out after seeing a post about Katy Perry attending Justin Bieber’s Coachella set. “Katy Perry sexual assaulted me at spice market nightclub in Melbourne. Who gives a sh-t what she thinks,” Rose claimed.

She alleged that after the incident, she tried to downplay what happened by reframing it as a “funny little drunk story,” saying she didn’t know how else to process it at the time. Rose also claimed that Perry later offered to help her with securing a U.S. visa, which she said factored into her decision not to speak out sooner.

According to Rose, she had previously attempted to hint publicly that Perry was “not a good person,” but alleged those efforts were dismissed and instead led to backlash directed at her.

Perry Denies Ruby Rose Allegations As Investigation Reports Surface

Perry has strongly denied the allegations. “They are not only categorically false, they are dangerous, reckless lies,” a spokesperson for the singer said.

They added, “Ms. Rose has a well-documented history of making serious public allegations on social media against various individuals, claims that have repeatedly been denied by those named.”

Allegations Against Katy Perry Could Still Be Investigated

Katy Perry could still face potential legal scrutiny following the claims made by Ruby Rose. Rose alleges the incident took place in Melbourne in 2010, and under Australian law, there is no statute of limitations for such allegations. That means authorities are not restricted by time if they determine there is sufficient evidence to move forward.

As of now, no charges have been announced, and any potential action would depend on the outcome of an investigation.

Late actor Patrick Muldoon was gearing up for a new project days before his death.

“So excited to be a part of this amazing project KOCKROACH directed by Matt Ross starring Chris Hemsworth, Taron Edgerton, [Zazie] Beetz And Alec Baldwin,” Muldoon captioned an Instagram post on Friday, April 17. “Filming now in Australia.”

Muldoon told followers that he was an executive producer of the project, which is based on William Lashner’s novel Kockroach. The film, like the book, follows the story of a “mysterious stranger who takes on New York’s criminal underworld, transforming himself into a larger-than-life crime boss in a city where power is everything,” according to a Deadline report.

Hemsworth, 42, offered a first look at the project with an April 13 Instagram post. He wore sunglasses and held a cigarette while in character. A second image showed Hemsworth sitting in a director’s chair with the film’s title, Kockroach, printed on it.

The film’s producer Patrick Hibler announced his involvement in the movie on Thursday, April 16, tagging Muldoon.

“The Patrick’s win,” Muldoon commented on the post. “Thank God.”

Muldoon reposted Hibler’s post the following day. The announcement of his involvement in the movie ended up being Muldoon’s final Instagram post prior to his death. Muldoon’s manager confirmed to Variety on Sunday, April 19, that the actor had died at age 57. His death was reportedly caused by a heart attack.

Several stars have since mourned the Days of Our Lives alum on social media.

“[Patrick was] endlessly generous — with his poetry, his humor, and his unmistakable presence,” a friend told Deadline in a statement on Monday, April 20. “[Patrick] loved animals and people alike, gave unforgettable hugs, and possessed a rare quality of making others feel safe and seen.”

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Hollywood is in mourning after Patrick Muldoon’s sudden death at age 57. “[Patrick was] endlessly generous — with his poetry, his humor and his unmistakable presence,” read a statement shared with Deadline on Monday, April 20. “[Patrick] loved animals and people alike, gave unforgettable hugs and possessed a rare quality of making others feel safe […]

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The statement continued, “Stylish, charismatic, and full of life, he embraced each day with a full-tilt, rock ’n’ roll spirit.”

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His former Days of Our Lives costar Alison Sweeney reacted to his “heartbreaking” death in a social media tribute.

“Pat was a rare kind of person — brilliantly talented, endlessly kind, and generous in spirit,” she shared via X. “I was so lucky to have worked with him when I first started at Days, he made me feel at ease right away. He brought his unique charm and humor to work every day. A truly gifted guy, and one who will be profoundly missed.”

Along with his acting career, Muldoon was a musician, singing and playing guitar in The Sleeping Masses. Patrick is survived by his parents, William Patrick Muldoon II and Deanna Muldoon, along with sister Shana Muldoon Zappa and girlfriend Miriam Rothbart.

Junelle Lyles is speaking out amid the public backlash to Noah Lyles‘ reaction to her wedding dress “first look.”

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Junelle Lyles Speaks Out Amid Public Backlash To Noah Lyles’ Reaction To Her Wedding Dress “First Look”

In footage obtained by TSR, Junelle took to social media to address the “mixed reviews” of her and Noah’s “first look.” Furthermore, she explained that the day was “a lot emotionally.” This, reportedly, was because many of her family members and close friends were unable to attend the Georgia ceremony due to their lack of visa access. In addition, she explained that she was left “holding back tears” because a special guest who was set to deliver a speech also did not attend.

Ultimately, she explained that the “first look” moment with Noah was done with the intention of his making her “talk” and distracting her from her frustrations.

“So what he gave, I truly appreciate,” she explained, adding that Noah was “surprised” that she was wearing a princess-style gown because she told him she was going to wear a mermaid dress.

Before concluding, Junelle also addressed critics who were saying that Noah doesn’t love her.

Social Media Continues To Weigh In

Social media users continued weighing in with their thoughts on Junelle and Noah Lyles’ “first look” wedding dress moment in TSR’s comment section.

More On The Public Backlash To Noah Lyles’ Reaction To Junelle Lyles’ Wedding Dress “First Look”

According to Vogue, Junelle and Noah Lyles tied the knot during a ceremony in Trenton, Georgia. Per the outlet, the theme of the wedding was “All Shades of Melanin,” and Junelle decided she wanted to serve a “clean” and “regal” look with her ball gown.

Last week, a joint video post showing the couple’s “first look” moment was shared using Junelle’s account. It racked up over 440,000 views, with a top comment reading, “what type of reaction is that.” Furthermore, another added, “He didn’t give her not one single compliment…”

A follow-up comment even added, “Does he even like her?”

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The mugshot of singer D4vd has reportedly been released following his arrest in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez murder case. This, as he is reportedly set to be charged with first-degree murder.

RELATED: Photos Reveal State Of D4vd’s Reported $3.5M Hollywood Home Prior To Arrest In Celeste Rivas Hernandez Case

Mugshot Of D4vd Is Released As He’s Reportedly Expected To Be Charged With First-Degree Murder Of Celeste Rivas Hernandez

According to NBC News, D4vd is expected to be formally charged with first-degree murder for the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez on Monday, April 20. Per the outlet, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman shared the update with reporters. This, during a press conference earlier in the day.

“I am a parent of three children, and a parent’s nightmare is a situation where your daughter goes out one night and never comes back, as we will show in a court of law,” Hochman reportedly told the press, adding that “additional special enhancements” in the case could have the singer facing the death penalty.

Per the outlet, D4vd is also accused of performing “lewd and lascivious sexual acts with an individual under 14 years of age.” Additionally, he is accused of “mutilating human remains.”

Furthermore, on Monday, April 20, TSR obtained D4vd’s mugshot.

Social Media Reacts

Social media users immediately entered TSR’s comment section, sharing reactions to D4vd’s mugshot.

More On The Arrest Of D4vd In The Celeste Rivas Hernandez Murder Case

As The Shade Room previously reported, earlier this month, Dv4d was arrested and held without bail in connection with the Celeste Rivas Hernandez case. Furthermore, his arrest arrived about seven months after Hernandez’s dismembered body was found in the trunk of his car while the singer was on tour. NBC News reports that Celest Rivas Hernandez was “last known” to be alive in April 2025 after she was reported missing in 2024.

Last week, footage of his arrest surfaced. Additionally, photos of the home he sheltered in as police investigated surfaced. Then, over the weekend, the father of Celeste Rivas Hernandez spoke out. As The Shade Room previously reported, Jesus Rivas shared a statement via his attorney.

“Thank God… Justice for Celeste,” he reportedly said.

Meanwhile, D4vd’s legal team has defended his innocence, reportedly stating, “…the actual evidence in this case will show that David Burke did not murder Celeste Rivas Hernandez and he was not the cause of her death.”

RELATED: Father Of Celeste Rivas Hernandez Breaks His Silence After D4vd Is Taken Into Custody

Hollywood is shaken after the sudden death of Days of Our Lives and Melrose Place star Patrick Muldoon at age 57.

Muldoon’s manager confirmed to Variety that the actor died on Sunday, April 19. According to TMZ, Muldoon suffered a heart attack.

Muldoon’s sister, Shana Muldoon-Zappa, told the outlet that Muldoon went to take a shower Sunday morning after drinking coffee with his girlfriend, Miriam Rothbart, in their Beverly Hills home.

Rothbart reportedly checked on Muldoon after some time and found him unconscious on the bathroom floor. Paramedics were called to revive Muldoon, but it was too late.

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Hollywood mourned the deaths of some of its most legendary stars in 2026. The year started off with Broadway performer and influencer Bret Hanna-Shuford’s death at age 46. At the end of the month, comedy acting icon Catherine O’Hara died at age 71. In February, Designing Women’s Camilla Carr died at age 83, Dawson’s Creek […]

In a statement to Deadline, Muldoon was described as “endlessly generous.”

“With his poetry, his humor, and his unmistakable presence. [Patrick] loved animals and people alike, gave unforgettable hugs, and possessed a rare quality of making others feel safe and seen,” the statement continued. “Stylish, charismatic, and full of life, he embraced each day with a full-tilt, rock ’n’ roll spirit.”

Muldoon got his start on the sitcoms Who’s the Boss? and Saved by the Bell before joining Days of Our Lives as Austin in the 1990s. He left the show in 1995 but returned briefly in 2011. Muldoon also had a recurring role as villain Richard Hart on Melrose Place from 1995 to 1996.

Muldoon previously starred alongside ex-girlfriend Denise Richards and Casper Van Dien in Starship Troopers. He reunited with Richards, 55, on a 2025 episode of Bravo’s Denise Richards & Her Wild Things. Muldoon’s latest film, Dirty Hands, is set to be released later this year.

Days before his death, Muldoon teased his involvement in a future project titled Kockroach, writing via Instagram, “So excited to be a part of this amazing project KOCKROACH directed by Matt Ross starring Chris Hemsworth, Taron Edgerton, Zazzie Beetz And Alec Baldwin. Filming now in Australia 🇦🇺.”

After news broke about Muldoon’s death, several fellow actors paid tribute on social media, including child star Jake Getman.

“RIP Patrick Muldoon. 🕊️,” Getman wrote. “Worked with him when I was 8 on Little Dead Rotting Hood — a great guy and always kept the energy light.” He added hashtags “rip” and “#gonetoosoon.”

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Days of Our Lives’ Alison Sweeney also reflected on the “heartbreaking news,” writing via X, “Pat was a rare kind of person — brilliantly talented, endlessly kind, and generous in spirit.”

She continued: “I was so lucky to have worked with him when I first started at Days, he made me feel at ease right away. He brought his unique charm and humor to work every day. A truly gifted guy, and one who will be profoundly missed.”

Along with his girlfriend and sister, Muldoon is survived by parents Deanna and Patrick Muldoon, Sr., brother-in-law Ahmet Zappa, niece Halo and nephew Arrow.