Patrick Swayze's friends, family and co-stars have been paying tribute to the Dirty Dancing star who passed away on Monday following a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Demi Moore (Ghost) via Twitter - "Patrick you are loved by so many and your light will forever shine in all of our lives. In the words of Sam to Molly. 'It's amazing Molly. The love inside, you take it with you.' I will miss you."

Jennifer Grey (Dirty Dancing) - "When I think of him, I think of being in his arms when we were kids, dancing, practising the lift in the freezing lake, having a blast doing this tiny little movie we thought no one would ever see. (He was a) real cowboy with a tender heart... it was not surprising to me that the war he waged on his cancer was so courageous and dignified. Patrick was a rare and beautiful combination of raw masculinity and amazing grace. My heart goes out to his wife and childhood sweetheart, Lisa Niemi, to his mum, Patsy, and to the rest of their family."

Whoopi Goldberg (Ghost) - "Patrick was a really good man, a funny man and one to whom I owe much that I can't ever repay. I believe in 'Ghost's' message, so he'll always be near."

Rob Lowe (The Outsiders, Youngblood) - "Patrick lived a hundred lifetimes in one. I will remember him for that, and I will remember him for how much he loved his wife Lisa. He was such an intense actor, so full of passion and vigour. He definitely made the most out of it. It's a sad day."

Arnold Schwarzenegger - "Patrick Swayze was a talented and passionate artist who struck a memorable chord with audiences throughout the world. He played a wide range of characters both on stage and in movies and his celebrated performances made the hard work of acting look effortless - which I know from experience is not easy. As a fan and as an actor, I admired Patrick and I know that he will be dearly missed. On behalf of all Californians, Maria and I send our deepest condolences to Patrick's family, friends and fans."

Kirstie Alley (via Twitter) - "I will always cherish my amazing memories of Patrick¿ we had so much fun together¿ come back soon Patrick, we need you here on earth."

Remembering Patrick Swayze on screen