India, April 20 -- Patrick Muldoon, known for his role on Days of Our Lives and a significant part in the science fiction blockbuster Starship Troopers, has passed away at the age of 57.

Muldoon suffered a heart attack on Sunday morning, as per Deadline.

Muldoon was born on September 27, 1968, in Los Angeles. He participated in football at USC and was a member of two teams that secured victories in the Rose Bowl.

Although his career has spanned several decades in television and film, Patrick is most recognized for being the original actor to portray Austin Reed on Days of Our Lives.

He played this role from 1992 to 1995, and then again from 2011 to 2012. There were rumors last year about his potential return to the series!

His other ...