Childhood and Education Journey of Patrick Duffy in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 14, 2026

An overview of the childhood and early education of Patrick Duffy, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Patrick Duffy is an American television actor and director best known for his role as Bobby Ewing on the CBS primetime soap opera Dallas (1978-1991) and its continuation (2012-2014). He also gained recognition for playing Frank Lambert on the ABC sitcom Step by Step (1991-1998) and Stephen Logan on the CBS daytime soap opera The Bold and the Beautiful. Additionally, Duffy played a lead character's father in the 2014 NBC sitcom Welcome to Sweden.

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March 17, 1949: Patrick Duffy Born

On March 17, 1949, Patrick Duffy was born. He is an American television actor and director.

1949: Born in Townsend, Montana

In 1949, Patrick Duffy was born in Townsend, Montana, to tavern owners Patrick Mor Terence and Marie Duffy.

1971: Graduated from the University of Washington

In 1971, Patrick Duffy graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in drama.

1974: Married Carlyn Rosser

In 1974, Patrick Duffy married Carlyn Rosser, a professional ballerina.

November 18, 1986: Parents Murdered

On November 18, 1986, Patrick Duffy's parents were murdered at their tavern in Boulder, Montana, during an armed robbery.

2001: Miller Appeared Before Parole Board

In 2001, Kenneth Miller, one of the murderers of Patrick Duffy's parents, appeared before the Montana Parole board after Sean Wentz recanted his story. Miller was denied clemency in 2001.