Patrick, the eldest child of renowned Emmy winner and Academy Award nominee Eileen Brennan, embarked on a journey to pursue his true passion for acting after initially playing college basketball on a full scholarship. He then immersed himself in the world of acting by studying under the guidance of some of the most esteemed professionals in the field, including Larry Moss, Uta Hagen, and Wynn Handman.
Prior to transitioning to film and television, Patrick established himself as a talented theatre actor, earning recognition as one of the "Best Theatre Actors in Los Angeles" by LA Magazine in 2004. He has since made a successful transition to the screen, with his current residence being in Los Angeles alongside his wife, Jessica Moresco.