Star Trek and X-Men Co-Stars Honor Patrick Stewart

William Shatner remembered Stewart as a friend and colleague whose performances brought intelligence, grace and humanity to the Enterprise. Shatner said Captain Jean-Luc Picard represented the best of people, as did the actor who portrayed him, and sent condolences to Stewart’s wife, Sunny, and family.

George Takei praised Stewart’s impact as Picard, saying the character carried the Enterprise into new territory and inspired audiences to imagine a brighter future. Hugh Jackman, Stewart’s X-Men co-star, called him a great actor and a tremendous friend, adding that he had learned much from him. Jonathan Frakes and Wil Wheaton, who worked with Stewart on Star Trek: The Next Generation, also shared tributes.

Marvel Studios remembered Stewart for his portrayal of Professor Charles Xavier, a role that reached audiences across the X-Men films, Logan and Avengers: Doomsday. The studio described him as a generous collaborator whose work had touched fans around the world. Kevin Feige, Marvel’s president, also praised Stewart’s warmth, humor and mentorship.

Stewart’s family said he died on October 28 at his Los Angeles home, surrounded by family and friends. He played Picard on Star Trek: The Next Generation from 1987, returned to the role for four films from 1994 to 2002, and later starred in three seasons of Star Trek: Picard, beginning in 2020.