Marvel, Star Trek, and More Officially Pay Tribute to Sir Patrick Stewart

This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available.The great Patrick Stewart, best known for his roles in the Star Trek and Marvel universes, sadly passed away today at the age of 86. Stewart will be seen playing Professor X one final time later this year in Avengers: Doomsday, which is scheduled to be released in theaters on December 18. He's even appeared in several of the trailers that also feature Ian McKellen's Magneto. Marvel Studios has already paid tribute to the actor in a touching social media post, saying that he brought Charles Xavier to life with "extraordinary grace, intelligence, and humanity." The World Remembers Patrick Stewart Long-time Star Trek writer Terry Matalas, who is also the lead showrunner on Marvel's VisionQuest, also took to his personal X account to share a tribute to the late Patrick Stewart. Jonathan Frakes, who played Riker for years opposite Patrick Stewart's Picard in the Star Trek universe, also shared a message on his personal Instagram, simply saying "Rest in peace my friend." Wil Wheaton, who spent years as Wesley Crusher with Stewart's Picard, also shared a photo of the two on Instagram to remember in the wake of his passing. Another of Stewart's Star Trek co-stars, William Shatner, took to his personal X, formerly Twitter, account to share a lengthy message about his affection and admiration for Stewart as both a person and an actor. Hugh Jackman, who played Wolverine opposite Stewart's Professor X for nearly 20 years in the Marvel Universe, shared a tribute on his personal Instagram, admitting that he "learned so much" from the late actor. Comedic genius Seth MacFarlane took to his personal X account to post a striking photo of Stewart and a touching tribute to the actor, who he worked with over the years on projects such as American Dad, Family Guy, and Ted. Star Trek actor Jeri Ryan, who spent years as the star behind Seven of Nine, shared a photo of her and Stewart on Instagram in a tribute to the actor's passing. The Doctor actor Robert Picardo, who also worked with Stewart for years on Star Trek, shared an older photo of him on Instagram to commemorate his life. George Takei, who spent years playing Sulu opposite Steward's Picard in various Star Trek projects, shared a touching tribute to his Captain on his personal Instagram. Release Date December 18, 2026 Runtime 165 Minutes Director Anthony Russo, Joe Russo Cast Robert Downey Jr. Victor von Doom Reed Richards / Mr. Fantastic Sue Storm / Invisible Woman Writers Stephen McFeely, Michael Waldron, Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers Producers Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Kevin Feige, Louis D'Esposito, Jonathan Schwartz Prequel(s) Spider-Man: Brand New Day Sequel(s) Avengers: Secret Wars Franchise(s) Marvel Cinematic Universe, The Avengers, Fantastic Four, Black Panther, Thor, X-Men