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X-Men, Rebecca Romijn, Marvel Stars Pay Tribute
The Hollywood Reporter • • general
Key Points:
- Patrick Stewart, famed for his role as Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men film series, passed away at 86 due to Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia, surrounded by family and friends.
- Stewart led the original X-Men franchise starting in 2000 and appeared in multiple sequels and cameos, with an upcoming role in Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday scheduled for release this December.
- Fellow actors Ian McKellen, Hugh Jackman, Rebecca Romijn, Famke Janssen, and Kelsey Grammer paid heartfelt tributes, highlighting Stewart’s Yorkshire roots, theatrical legacy, and personal warmth.
- Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige praised Stewart’s brilliance, charm, and mentorship, emphasizing his lasting impact on film, theater, and the many people he influenced throughout his career.
