Hugh Jackman and Marvel Stars Honor Patrick Stewart After His Death at 86

Patrick Stewart, the legendary actor who brought Professor X to life in the“X-Men”films and Captain Picard in“Star Trek,”has died at 86. The news hit Hollywood hard, and tributes are pouring in from the co-stars who knew him best. Hugh Jackman posted an emotional Instagram tribute Wednesday, calling Stewart one of the greats of stage and screen and a tremendous friend he’ll miss“all of my days.”

Famke Janssen, who starred alongside Stewart as Jean Grey, told Page Six that he was“a legend. One of the greats.”The two worked together for decades, starting with“Star Trek: The Next Generation”and continuing through the“X-Men”franchise. Their bond, and Stewart’s impact on both fandoms, is impossible to overstate.

Stewart’s career stretched from Shakespearean stage roles to blockbuster franchises, making him a rare actor who connected with theater fans, Trekkies, and Marvel fans alike. His calm, commanding presence made him the mentor everyone wished they had, on screen and off. What’s the Patrick Stewart moment you’ll never forget? Drop it in the comments.