Lisa Niemi is an American writer, dancer, choreographer, actor, and director, best known for her long-term marriage to actor Patrick Swayze and her contributions to the entertainment industry.
Niemi was born on May 26, 1956 in Houston, Texas, and her work in film and theater has made a major impact.
She co-wrote the memoir “Time of My Life” with Swayze, detailing their life together and Swayze’s battle with pancreatic cancer.
After Swayze’s death in 2009, Niemi became an advocate for pancreatic cancer awareness and research.
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- Full name: Lisa Anne Hapaniemi
- Date of birth: May 26, 1956
- Age: 68 years old
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: United States, Texas, Houston
- Nationality: United States
- Occupation: Writer, dancer, choreographer, actor, director
- Height: 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 m)
- Parents: Edmund Melvin Hapaniemi (father), Edna Karin Hapaniemi (mother)
- Brothers and sisters: John Michael Hapaniemi, Alex Neil Hapaniemi, Edmund Melvin Hapaniemi, Jr., Eric Mark Hapaniemi and Paul Matthew Hapaniemi
- Spouse: Albert DePrisco (married on May 25, 2014), Patrick Swayze (married on June 12, 1975 – September 14, 2009)
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Finnish-American
- Net worth: $10 million
early life and education
Lisa Niemi is 68 years old. She was born on May 26, 1956 in Houston, Texas. The only daughter of six children in a Finnish-American family, she was influenced by her parents’ careers; her father, Edmond Melvin Haapaniemi, was a Red Cross worker. The mother, Edna Karin Haapaniemi, is a registered nurse.
Niemi graduated from Houston Ballet in 1974 and later shortened her last name from Haapaniemi to Niemi for her stage career.
She attended the Houston Ballet and gained a strong foundation in dance while growing up. After high school, Nimi began a career in dance and acting.
personal life
Lisa Niemi met Patrick Swayze when she was 14 at the Houston Ballet. The couple married on June 12, 1975, and lived together until Swayze’s death from pancreatic cancer on September 14, 2009.
They had no children but developed a deep bond through their artistic endeavors. After Swayze’s death, Niemi became engaged to jeweler Albert DePrisco in December 2013 and married on May 25, 2014. She stated that her love for Patrick did not conflict with her feelings for Albert.
Profession
Lisa Niemi’s career in the entertainment industry spans decades. She co-wrote and directed the film One Last Dance (2003), starring herself and Patrick Swayze. The film was based on their experiences as dancers and received positive reviews.
In addition to “The Last Dance,” Niemi has appeared in films such as “Steel Dawn” (1987) with Swayze, as well as other projects such as “She’s Got a Baby” (1988) and “Beat Angel” (2004) .
She also directed TV shows such as “Beasts.” Niemi also dabbled in theatre. She co-wrote the critically acclaimed play Speechless, which won multiple Drama Critics Circle Awards.
net worth
Lisa Niemi’s net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. Her wealth comes primarily from her successful career in film and television as well as her writing projects.
social media
- Instagram: @lisaniemiswayze
- Twitter: N/A
film chronology
- Iron Dawn (1987) – co-starring
- The Last Dance (2003) – Writer/Director/Actor
- Beat the Angels (2004) – actor
- Letters from a Killer (1998) – Actress
- She’s Having a Baby (1988) – Actress
- Young and Young (1993) – actress
- Slam Dance (1987) – actor
books
- The Time of My Life (2010) – co-written with Patrick Swayze
- Worth Fighting for: Love, Loss, and Moving On (2012)
