William Shatner, Hugh Jackman, More Pay Tribute
Hollywood figures including Kevin Feige, Ian McKellen, and William Shatner are paying tribute to actor Patrick Stewart following his death at age 86. Stewart was celebrated for his iconic roles in Star Trek and X-Men, as well as his personal character and mentorship.
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The passing of a major cultural icon like Patrick Stewart prompts a significant public reflection on his legacy in film and television history.
Patrick Stewart ‘s former co-stars and fellow Hollywood notables and executives are paying tribute to the sci-fi icon following his death at age 86.
The actor, best known for playing Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Professor X in X-Men , died on Wednesday after “a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia,” his longtime rep Kelly Bush Novak previously shared.
Kevin Feige, Ian McKellen, William Shatner, Seth MacFarlane, Hugh Jackman, Minnie Driver, Marvel Studios and Lea Thompson are among those who have taken to social media to remember Stewart. Related Stories Lifestyle Kyle MacLachlan, Star of David Lynch's 'Dune,' Was the Only One on Set Who Knew What 'Dune' Was About TV The Swagger and Stamp of the First Lady of 'Star Trek'
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