Stars mourn Patrick Stewart’s death: Hugh Jackman and others

Hollywood lost a legend sir patrick stewart And his former co-stars and fellow celebrities felt his death deeply.

The English actor’s family confirmed that he died on Wednesday, October 28 at the age of 86 at his home in Los Angeles after “a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia,” according to his spokeswoman Kelly Bush Novak.

Novak shared in a statement that Stewart was laid to rest “in the warm embrace of family and friends, surrounded by live music, prayers, tears, laughter and the kind of profound emotion that only she could inspire in all of us after a lifetime of devotion. We will always cherish the peaceful ease and reflection on her face, a lasting reminder of her unstoppable grace.”

after his death, Star Trek: The Next Generation And X Men The star was honored including his close friends and fans Hugh Jackman, william shatner And elizabeth banks.

Scroll down to see who paid tribute to the late actor:

Hugh Jackman

Jackman worked with Stewart X Men The universe is paying tribute to them via instagram On Thursday.

“We lost today one of the great actors of stage and screen.” wolverine the star wrote, sharing two photos from her time with Stewart. “And, in my book, a tremendous friend and man. I learned a lot from him. I will miss you all my days, Patrick Stewart.”

william shatner

Shatner, who played Captain Kirk alongside Stewart’s Captain Picard, said, “What a heartbreaking week this has been. Sir Patrick Stewart was a friend, a colleague and a brilliant actor.” star trekWrote via Instagram. “From the stage to the bridge of the Enterprise, he brought intelligence, grace, and a deep sense of humanity to everything he did.”

He added, “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 family. He will be greatly missed.”

george takei

Takei was part of Star Trek: The Original SeriesPaves the way for Stewart and her co-stars Star Trek: The Next Generation. When they starred together, Takei praised the late actor for his work within the franchise.

He wrote, “Fans around the world are mourning the passing of a true and irreplaceable legend. As Captain Jean-Luc Picard, Patrick Stewart took the starship Enterprise to places it had never gone before.” via bluesky. “He inspired a whole next generation of star-gazers, anxiously awaiting a brighter future for all humanity. Our hearts are heavy indeed. Rest in heaven, Captain.”

lee thompson

Thompson wrote, “This amazing actor was so kind that he gave me a chance as a director. Always hard-working, intelligent and so good that you could play an entire scene on him.” through threads. “Patrick Stewart was truly a Sir. With love Sir. #cheep You were one of a kind.”

piers morgan

The English journalist wrote, “RIP Sir Patrick Stewart, 86. Wonderful actor, an entertaining and intelligent character, and a Yorkshireman by his bootstraps.” through x. “Convinced me to switch from PG Tips tea to Yorkshire Gold, for which I will always be grateful. ‘Strong and delicious,’ he said to me over breakfast. Like the man himself.”

stan lee

“Rest in peace, Sir Patrick Stewart…the world will miss you dearly,” Lee Tweeted With a photo of the couple.

seth macfarlane

Macfarlane paid emotional tribute through xHonoring his former costar as “one of those icons that we all valued in some way, he will always be with us.”

“I grew up as a fan, and later had the pleasure of becoming a colleague and friend, working with him for many years.” American Dad!, family Guy And ted,” they wrote. ”He was that rare actor who could take any dialogue and elevate it, making a good writer great, and a great writer skilled. He was as polite as they come.”

MacFarlane continued, “I remember exchanging emails with him several years ago when he was starting the first day of a new movie. He commented to me that he always felt on a new set like he was the biggest newbie there. My shocked reaction was the same as anyone’s. I said, ‘Patrick, if you feel that way, the rest of us are screwed.'”

He concluded, “We have lost a great actor today, and to many of us, a good friend. The entire planet will miss him greatly.”

elizabeth banks

“Patrick Stewart is a legend. His acting talent was not only innate, but built by his professionalism, his dedication to his craft, his enthusiasm, his generosity, his gentlemanly manner,” Banks said. via instagram. “He was mischievous and playful, always making me laugh and always making the day better. He leaves behind a treasure trove of work and I’m so grateful he came to play with me Charlie’s Angels. Rest in peace Patrick. sending love.”

Ricky Gervais

Gervais wrote, “RIP Patrick Stewart. What an actor. I still can’t believe he agreed to do this scene.” through xA clip was shared of the late actor making him laugh on the sets. “And he didn’t even mind when I ruined every take. Legend.”

wil wheaton

Wheaton, who played Wesley Crusher Star Trek: The Next Generation, shared a photo With Stewart from his time on the show. He captioned the social media post, “Godspeed, Captain.”

jonathan frakes

Frakes, who plays Commander Will Riker, released a statement Diversity Thursday wrote, “There is no one on this planet with whom I have acted or directed more times than my late, great friend Patrick Stewart. He will always be with me. May his soul rest in peace.”

Robert Griffin III

former nfl player Tweeted”Prayers for the family, friends and loved ones of Sir Patrick Stewart, who has died aged 86. Rest in peace Professor X.”

Ryan Reynolds

“Genius and kindness that spans time, space and the universe. Travel easy, Sir Patrick,” dead pool the star wrote in Stewart’s comments section. death announcement.

minnie driver

“Is there a way this year to a much better place that all the greatest people know about and so slowly move from?” the driver asked Via an Instagram tribute To his friend. “Dear Patrick. Who always had the best advice, the funniest stories, the patience to listen. I’m just deprived. All the love to your family, and to you, forever in my heart. #sirpatrickstewart.”

Rebecca Romijn

“I just heard the very sad news about the passing of my dear friend Patrick Stewart. I feel so grateful to have known him for the last 25 years and to have been in his orbit for the last 25 years as a fellow mutant and a fellow member of Star Fleet,” Romijn said. an instagram video. “He was definitely delicious, hilarious, mischievous, [with an] His incredible sense of humor and that booming voice that always spoke from the back of the room as every classically trained Shakespearean needs to master has always been an inspiration. I want to express my condolences to his family and I will miss my friend very much. Rest in peace, Patrick.”

Sir Ian McKellen

Stewart’s longtime friend and frequent collaborator, Ian McKellen, honored the late actor with an emotional Instagram post.

“He wore his heart on his sleeve, which made him someone to trust, admire, and in my case, love.” McKellen wroteAs he reflected on his friend’s origins, character, career success and more.

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anson mount

Anson Mount, who played Captain Pike in the TV series Star Trek: Strange New Worldsshared a long tribute to stewart via instagram.

He wrote, “I didn’t know Patrick incredibly well, but I always knew he was generous and kind to a fault.”

He added, “Patrick had presence, generosity and good grace and, along with an incredible intelligence, he brought those qualities not only to Jean Luc, but a living integrity that made him an example for lost, young actors who were looking for a way… I will always love him for that.”