Patrick Muldoon offered a rare glimpse into his personal life months before his sudden passing, sharing a warm and affectionate message about his girlfriend, Miriam Rothbart.
In an August 2025 Instagram post, Muldoon marked a milestone in their relationship with a lighthearted tribute.
Muldoon’s Heartfelt Message Before His Passing For His Girlfriend
The “Melrose Place” alum began dating Rothbart in August 2023, occasionally sharing glimpses of their relationship on social media, where he affectionately referred to her as his “girl.”
“My girl. Two years 2gether today from the night this picture was taken, where I got you drunk enough to become my girlfriend,” he wrote alongside a photo of the pair. “Thank u 🙏 my ❤️.”
The note captured a light, affectionate side of Muldoon, reflecting a relationship filled with warmth, humor, and ease, and offering a gentle glimpse of the moments he cherished away from the spotlight.
A Relationship Largely Kept Private
Muldoon and Rothbart kept much of their relationship private, sharing only occasional glimpses of their time. Those moments, though few, reflected a quiet closeness and a bond that grew steadily over time.
Rothbart has built a multifaceted career, beginning in entertainment law before moving into film and music production.
She founded Rothbart Productions in 2018 and has contributed to projects including “Lilith,” “Only Child,” and “Hellhole.”
In addition to her work in film and music, Rothbart remains closely involved in the art community. She serves on the Board of Directors at the Institute of Contemporary Art Los Angeles and founded the museum’s Curator’s Council, a space designed to bring curators and artists together for ongoing collaboration and creative exchange.
Final Moments & Sudden Loss
GettyDeadline confirmed that Muldoon died on April 19, 2026, at the age of 57 after suffering a heart attack, a loss that came as a shock to those who knew him and to fans who had followed his work for years.
TMZ reported that, according to his sister, he had been at home in Beverly Hills with Miriam Rothbart before the incident. After stepping away, he was later found unresponsive, and emergency responders were called. Despite efforts to revive him, he could not be saved.
In the days since, many have reflected on the warmth and connections that defined his life, both on and off screen.
Before his relationship with Rothbart, Muldoon shared a well-known chapter of his life with Denise Richards. Though their romance ended years ago, the two remained close, maintaining a friendship.
Speaking about that bond in a 2025 podcast appearance, he said, “We dated on and off in the ’90s, but since then, it’s been just friendship.”
