For decades, Patrick Stewart captivated audiences with his performances in iconic franchises such as X-Men and Star Trek.
But after the legendary actor’s passing at 86, a tribute from one of his former co-stars has brought a particularly heartbreaking realization to fans.
Among the many messages shared online, Hugh Jackman‘s words stood out, resonating deeply with those who had watched the two actors share the screen for nearly two decades.
“I am absolutely devastated,” one X user said.
Hugh Jackman’s touching tribute to Patrick Stewart has fans in tears
Actor Patrick Stewart passed away on October 28, 2026, at the age of 86. His publicist, Kelly Bush Novak, confirmed the news the following day.
Shortly after the announcement, Hugh Jackman took to social media to remember his former co-star. The two actors first shared the screen in 2000’s X-Men, with Jackman portraying Wolverine and Stewart playing Professor Charles Xavier.
“I will miss you, Patrick Stewart, all of my days,” Jackman wrote on X.
The message struck an emotional chord with fans, several of whom shared their reactions online.
“Crying myself to sleep as we speak,” one user said.
Another wrote, “Such a sad day.”
Director James Mangold, who collaborated with Jackman and Stewart on 2017’s Logan, joined the tributes by sharing a behind-the-scenes photograph of the actors.
However, the photograph brought a heartbreaking realization to many fans.
Logan was initially conceived as the final outing for Jackman and Stewart as Wolverine and Professor X, respectively.
With both characters meeting tragic ends in the film, Stewart’s passing has made Logan even harder to watch for some fans.
One person commented, “Watching Logan is gonna be twice as sad now.”
“I don’t think I can watch Logan again,” a second said.
Patrick Stewart’s final Professor X appearance sparks heated debate among fans
In 2022, Stewart reprised his role in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, portraying an alternate-universe version of Charles Xavier.
In March 2025, Stewart’s return as the X-Men character in Avengers: Doomsday was announced. Following his passing, Marvel Studios confirmed that the upcoming film would mark his final on-screen appearance.
Meanwhile, speculation about Jackman reprising his role as Wolverine has continued to circulate online, with fans hoping to see the two actors reunite on screen one last time.
“I really hope Hugh Jackman and Patrick Stewart at least have a scene together in Avengers: Doomsday for one last time,” a fan said on X.
However, Stewart’s final appearance as Charles Xavier also sparked a heated debate among fans. After details of his previously undisclosed health struggles emerged, some X users questioned Marvel’s decision to have him participate in the film.
One person asked, “Who tf let him spend his last months alive on set for f*cka*s Doomsday?”
“This does raise some ethical concerns,” another added.
Others pushed back against the criticism, pointing to a July interview in which Stewart said he had no intention of retiring from acting.
Patrick Stewart’s other X-Men co-stars also remembered the actor with heartfelt messages
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Several of Stewart’s X-Men co-stars, including Ian McKellen, Dafne Keen and Rebecca Romijn, also took to social media to remember him.
Ian McKellen, who played Magneto in the franchise, shared a heartfelt recollection of his years with Stewart. McKellen recalled first meeting Stewart at the Royal Shakespeare Company, when they were both “ambitious young actors.”
What a gift to have been your friend. ❤️ Rest in peace, dear Patrick. pic.twitter.com/EKO4ggNQTa
— Rebecca Romijn (@RebeccaRomijn) October 29, 2026
He described Stewart as a true Yorkshireman who “wore his heart on his sleeve.”
“Which made him a man to rely on, to admire and, in my case, love,” McKellen added.
Dafne Keen, who portrayed Laura, also known as X-23, in Logan, remembered Stewart as kind, genuine, funny, caring and charming.
In her tribute, Keen wrote, “I have always looked up to him, and always will. As an actor and as a man.”
Rebecca Romijn, who portrayed Mystique in the X-Men franchise, also remembered Stewart as a source of inspiration and extended her condolences to his family.
“I’ll miss my friend dearly. Rest in peace, Patrick,” she said.
Avengers: Doomsday, which will feature Stewart’s final on-screen appearance, is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026.
“Thank you Sir Patrick”: Fans shared emotional messages for the late actor on social media
