Will 'Dirty Dancing' Sequel Use AI to Bring Patrick Swayze Back to Life?

A highly anticipated sequel to the 1987 classic Dirty Dancing is currently in development. The original film featured Jennifer Grey as Frances Baby Houseman and Patrick Swayze as Johnny Castle at Kellerman s resort. While creators are determining how to honor the late Patrick Swayze in the new production, Nina Jacobson confirmed they are focusing on allowing audiences to mourn him. The team is specifically working out the best approach to pay tribute without using AI technology.