Patrick Stewart Remembered as “That Rare Actor” in Tributes from William Shatner, Seth MacFarlane, and More

Sir Patrick Stewart, the beloved actor known for his iconic roles in Star Trek and X-Men, died on Wednesday, October 28th, following a brief battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. In the wake of his passing, the actor’s friends, collaborators, and fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to his life and legacy. William Shatner, who himself portrayed a legendary Star Trek captain, called Stewart a friend, a colleague, and a magnificent 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.” “Fans across the world mourn 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, and he inspired a whole next generation of star-gazers who looked longingly ahead to a brighter future for all humanity. Our hearts are heavy, indeed. Rest in the heavens, Captain,” added fellow Star Trek actor George Takei. “He was that rare actor who could take any bit ...