Patrick Swayze will not be returning to work

Actor Patrick Swayze has not returned to work, despite reports to the contrary, it has been claimed.

Reports suggest that the 'Dirty Dancing' star, 55, is playing the the role of a gay cheer leading instructor in the romantic comedy Fired Up!, but a rep for producers of the film - who are currently filming in Los Angeles - say that although Swayze was once attached to the film, he withdrew from the production "three weeks to a month ago."

The role is currently being played by John Michael, according to OK! magazine.

It was confirmed Wednesday that the actor/singer is suffering from pancreatic cancer.

"Actor Patrick Swayze has been diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer and is currently undergoing treatment," a statement from his representative read.

"Patrick is continuing his normal schedule during this time, which includes working on upcoming projects.

"The outpouring of support and concern he has already received from the public is deeply appreciated by Patrick and his family."

Swayze's doctors have also rejected claims in the National Enquirer magazine that the star has only five weeks to live.

"Patrick has a very limited amount of disease and he appears to be responding well to treatment thus far," Swayze's doctor, Dr. George Fisher, said.

"All of the reports stating the timeframe of his prognosis and his physical side effects are absolutely untrue. We are considerably more optimistic."