‘Days of Our Lives' Alum's Final Scene Is Now Heartbreakingly Poignant Following His Death at 57
Days of Our Lives alum Patrick Muldoon, best known to fans as Austin Reed, has died at the age of 57. Multiple outlets, including Deadline, report that the actor suffered a heart attack at his home in Beverly Hills.
Muldoon first role to popularity on Days of Our Lives in 1992, originating the role of Austin Reed and quickly became a fan favorite. His on-screen romance with Carrie Brady (first Tracy Middendorf, then Christie Clark) helped define the era and earned the pair a devoted following.
Following his initial departure in 1995, the role of Austin was later recast, with Austin Peck stepping into the part on and off over the years.
In 2011, after a 16-year hiatus, Muldoon returned to Salem alongside Clarke, reprising their iconic pairing. However, the comeback was short-lived. In April 2012, it was announced that Muldoon, Clark, and several others would be exiting the show.
Reacting to the news at the time on Twitter, Muldoon wrote, "#DAYS been great 2 us. It will always be home. We all feel sick." When asked about a potential return to the show, he added, "In the world of soapies ya never say never : )"
Muldoon and Clark shared their final scene together on July 24, 2012. In the episode, Austin prepares to leave for Switzerland, asking Carrie to join him. As he gets ready to depart, Carrie arrives at the Brady Pub, telling him "I hear Switzerland is beautiful this time of year."
The moment ends with a romantic reunion, with Carrie agreeing to leave with him. The pair share an embrace and a kiss before leaving together, with Carrie saying "Goodbye, Pub," and Muldoon delivering his final line on the soap opera: "See ya, Pub."
Clark would later return for guest appearances beginning in 2017, and the role of Austin would once again be recast with Peck reassuming the role.
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This story was originally published April 20, 2026 at 6:04 AM.