Patrick Muldoon

Patrick Muldoon was an American actor, film producer, and musician, best known for playing Austin Reed on *Days of Our Lives* and Richard Hart on *Melrose Place*.

Patrick Muldoon was an American actor, film producer, and musician, best known for playing Austin Reed on *Days of Our Lives* and Richard Hart on *Melrose Place*. He also appeared in the film *Starship Troopers*. Muldoon died on April 19, 2026, at age 57.

Early life and career

Patrick Muldoon was born William Patrick Muldoon III in 1968 in Los Angeles. He began acting in television in the early 1990s and later expanded into film, producing, and music.

Television career

Muldoon became widely known for daytime and primetime soap roles, especially Austin Reed on *Days of Our Lives* and Richard Hart on *Melrose Place*. He also made guest or recurring appearances in other television series.

Film career

His film work included *Starship Troopers* and later roles in a range of studio, independent, and made-for-television productions. He continued acting steadily through the 2000s and 2010s.

Death

Muldoon died on April 19, 2026, at age 57. Contemporary reports identified his death as unexpected.