Patrick Stewart, the Hollywood star best known for his roles in the X-Men and Star Trek franchises, died on Wednesday in Los Angeles at the age of 86. His death has sent shock waves across the entertainment industry, with his co-stars and colleagues paying tribute to him. Hugh Jackman, William Shatner and many others took to social media to remember the legendary actor and share heartfelt messages.
Hugh Jackman and others pay tribute to Patrick Stewart
Hugh Jackman worked with Patrick on the X-Men franchise, where Hugh played Wolverine and Patrick played Professor Charles Xavier. Sharing photos with him, Hugh wrote, “We lost one of the great actors of stage and screen today. And, in my book, a tremendous friend and human being. I learned so much from him. Patrick Stewart, I will miss you all my days.”
William Shatner, who worked with Patrick in Star Trek: Generations (1994), revealed his heartbreak in an emotional tribute. She shared a photo with the late actor on Instagram and wrote, “What a heartbreaking week this has been. Sir Patrick Stewart was a friend, a colleague, and a brilliant actor. From the stage to the bridge of the Enterprise, he brought intelligence, grace, and a deep sense of humanity to everything he did. Captain Picard stood for the best of us, and so did the man who played him. I was filled with affection and admiration for him and his work. My heart goes out to Sunny and his It’s for the family. He will stay.” Missed you a lot.”
His Logan co-star Dafne Keen, who played Laura (X-23) alongside him and Hugh Jackman in the film, wrote a long note expressing her grief. She wrote, “I heard about Patrick’s passing earlier today, which is kind of funny, considering I was up late last night drafting an email to send him, something I haven’t done in quite some time. He was a kind, true, funny, unique, caring and charming man. I remember his endless jokes, nurturing nature and colorful reading glasses. Every single day spent working with him was an honor and a privilege. What I can’t believe is that he was a walking master. His craft, and his life, on stage and on screen, is one of the greatest of our time.”
She added, “I have always looked up to him, and always will. As an actor and as a man. He had a wonderful way of wrapping every ancient text in wonder, entertainment, and excitement. I will always remember his warmth and the respect he showed for everyone around him. I will always hold those months we spent together close to my heart, and will always see them as an important part of how I saw the world around me.” So rest in peace, you’re a legend among men. And the kindness you left behind will live on.”
The Russo Brothers also praised the actor and expressed their gratitude for working with him. The note read, “We have been fortunate enough to work with some of our childhood heroes. And Sir Patrick Stewart will always be one of them. A great actor with a unique presence and unmatched honesty. Thank you for entertaining us all, Sir. And thank you for teaching us humanity on and off the screen.”
Patrick will appear in The Avengers Doomsday, marking his final appearance on the film screen. Marvel Studios wrote an emotional tribute on Instagram, writing, “All of us at Marvel Studios are deeply saddened by the passing of Sir Patrick Stewart. Sir Patrick brought Professor Charles Xavier to life with extraordinary grace, intelligence and humanity, defining the character for generations of fans from the The children, his friends and the countless fans around the world whose lives he touched through his art.”
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His death was confirmed in a statement shared on the actor’s social media account. The statement read, “We announce with great sadness that Sir Patrick Stewart passed away yesterday at his home in Los Angeles, in the loving care of his beloved wife Sunny, after a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. He died surrounded by live music, prayers, tears, laughter and the kind of profound emotions that only he could inspire after a lifetime of devotion to us all.”
Patrick is survived by his wife Sunny Ozell and his two children from his first marriage, son Daniel Stewart and daughter Sophie Alexandra-Stewart.