Stars including Hugh Jackman, William Shatner and Kevin Feige pay tribute to Patrick Stewart

Tributes poured in from fellow actors and Marvel Studios after Patrick Stewart died of Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia at age 86.

By Felo News Desk · Published Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:28:55 GMT

Patrick Stewart died at age 86 in Los Angeles after a "brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia, prompting tributes from co‑stars and Marvel Studios executives, according to multiple outlets.

What happened

Stewart’s death was announced on Wednesday, 28 October 2026. His spokesperson described the illness as a short, poignant journey. The news was followed that same day by statements from fellow actors and Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige.

What the reports add

The Independent reported that William Shatner called Stewart "a friend, a colleague, and a magnificent actor" and praised his humanity on and off the screen. The same outlet also noted that Stewart’s death came just days after the passing of fellow Star Trekkie Walter Koenig, who died on 26 October 2026.

Page Six (citing a statement obtained by The Hollywood Reporter) added that Marvel Studios executive Kevin Feige shared a personal remembrance of Stewart, though the exact wording was not reproduced in the article.

Both the Independent and Page Six quoted Hugh Jackman’s Instagram post, in which he described Stewart as "one of the greats of stage and screen" and a "tremendous friend and man". Page Six also included a comment from Famke Janssen, who called Stewart a "legend" and recalled working with him on both Star Trek and the X‑Men franchise.

What was said

"What a heartbreaking week it has been. Sir Patrick Stewart was a friend, a colleague, and a magnificent actor," William Shatner wrote, according to the Independent.

"We lost one of the greats of stage and screen today. And, in my book, a tremendous friend and man. I learned so much from him. I will miss you, Patrick Stewart, all of my days," Hugh Jackman posted on Instagram, as reported by both the Independent and Page Six.

Famke Janssen said, "Patrick was a legend. One of the greats. I had the pleasure and honor of working with him over several decades," Page Six reported.

Kevin Feige, Marvel Studios chief, issued a statement expressing his remembrance of Stewart, according to Page Six, though the exact quote was not provided.

How it came about

Stewart’s death follows a series of recent losses in the Star Trek community, including Walter Koenig’s death on 26 October 2026, which Shatner also mourned in a separate tribute (see Felo’s coverage). Earlier this month, Felo reported on William Shatner’s collaboration with Brad Paisley on a spoken‑word album, highlighting Shatner’s continued presence in the entertainment world.

Key facts

Patrick Stewart died at age 86 in Los Angeles after a brief journey with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia. (independent.co.uk)
William Shatner, Hugh Jackman, George Takei, Famke Janssen and Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige issued public tributes. (independent.co.uk)
Stewart’s death was announced on Wednesday, 28 October 2026. (independent.co.uk)