Ian McKellen pays tribute to Patrick Stewart after his death at 86
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Leadership
Ian McKellen and other actors are paying tribute to Patrick Stewart, who died aged 86, praising his talent and the warmth of their friendship. The British actor, known in particular for his roles in Star Trek and X-Men, died at his home in Los Angeles on Wednesday, according to Leadership.
British actor Ian McKellen paid tribute to Patrick Stewart after the death of his friend and X-Men co-star, describing him as one of the most respected and beloved actors of his generation. He spoke of decades of friendship and described Stewart as someone he could rely on, admire and love, according to Leadership.
William Shatner, the Star Trek actor, praised the intelligence, grace and humanity Stewart brought to his roles. Hugh Jackman, who also starred alongside him in X-Men, described him as an exceptional friend and one of the greats of stage and screen. Stewart played Captain Jean-Luc Picard in more than 170 episodes and four Star Trek films, as well as Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men franchise.
The tributes follow the death of Patrick Stewart, announced on 28 October 2026 at his home in Los Angeles, aged 86, after a period marked by Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. Patrick Stewart’s death was reported the previous day.
