‘I Dream of Jeannie' Star Barbara Eden Shares a Touching Statement and Photo in Patrick Muldoon's Honor
I Dream of Jeannie legend Barbara Eden is honoring her former co-star Patrick Muldoon upon the actor's untimely death.
Eden, 94, took to Instagram to honor Muldoon, who died suddenly on April 19 after a heart attack, Deadline reported. He was 57.
The actor was known for early roles ranging from Saved by the Bell and Who's the Boss to Days of Our Lives and Melrose Place, as well as the cult-favorite film Starship Troopers. However, it was the 2019 family film, My Adventures with Santa, that brought Eden together with Muldoon, as well as actress Denise Richards.
In a sweet photo that showed Eden dressed up in a Santa suit alongside Muldoon, Richards, and Santa Claus, the I Dream of Jeannie star spoke about her personal experience working with Muldoon.
"So saddened to learn about the sudden passing of Patrick Muldoon who I costarred with in 2019's 'My Adventures with Santa.' Patrick was a sweet man who was very personable. I enjoyed the time we spent between takes and just enjoying each other's company in general during the production of the film. He made the experience even more fun.
While the passing of a loved one is never easy, it is especially difficult when it's unexpected and sudden, as I understand Patrick's was. My thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends. -Barbara Eden," she captioned the sweet photo.
What Has Eden Said About Losing Close Friend Loni Anderson?
Eden has experienced several losses recently. Last year, she spoke about how difficult it is to navigate life after the loss of her dear friend, Loni Anderson.
"I feel very lonely now that she's not here," Eden recently told Fox News Digital. "I miss her – I really miss her. I miss everything about Loni. She was just a very special, kind, sweet, good mother. You can't say anything bad about her."
Eden reflected on the first time she met Anderson, back in 1981. The duo was filming a Bob Hope special alongside legendary Dynasty star Linda Evans.
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This story was originally published April 20, 2026 at 1:59 PM.