‘X-Men’ director Bryan Singer shares fond memory of late Patrick Stewart: ‘I completely freaked out’
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Bryan Singer, director of multiple 'X-Men' films, paid a heartfelt tribute to Patrick Stewart after he died on Wednesday, October 28.
The legendary actor was 86 and battled Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia before his death.
Bryan Singer calls Patrick Stewart 'a teacher'
Singer took to his Instagram to recall the good memories he made with the Golden Globe-winning actor. He posted multiple photos with Stewart before writing, “It’s been a while since I last posted, but Patrick Stewart’s passing has brought back decades of memories, and I wanted to share a few candid photographs from our time together.”
In his post, the 61-year-old filmmaker also paid his regards to Stewart’s wife, Sunny Ozell, 47.
He then continued, “I could never recount all the experiences Patrick and I shared, both professionally and personally, in a single post. He was far more than a cast member and a friend. He was a teacher.”
Bryan Singer says Patrick Stewart was 'a wonderfully fun and adventurous man'
Praising the English actor for his craft, Singer stated, “His command of language, his understanding of character, the precision with which he could deliver an emotion or change the pace of a scene. He possessed a grace and confidence that only a lifetime devoted to the craft could produce.”
But Singer noted that Stewart was not just talented; he was “also a wonderfully fun and adventurous man.”
“One memory still makes me laugh. Knowing what an enormous Star Trek fan I was, Patrick invited me to dinner at his home. What he neglected to mention was that William Shatner would be joining us. I completely freaked out!” he revealed.
Singer expressed his gratitude for knowing and getting to work with the ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ star. His tribute added, “I will cherish those memories for the rest of my life. He will be deeply missed.”
Marvel Studios remembers Patrick Stewart for his 'unforgettable performance'
Following his death, Stewart was also remembered by Marvel Studios. The superhero film and television production company also noted that the late legend will be seen in the upcoming film ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ as Professor Charles Xavier.
The statement read, "Stewart made his debut as Professor X in 2000’s X-Men, where he embodied the composure, class, and wisdom of the beloved telepathic mutant and mentor of the X-Men. For more than 25 years, he brought a gravitas and profundity to the role, earning fans across the globe and helping to transform Super Hero storytelling forever."
“He reprised the role in multiple X-Men films, culminating with an unforgettable performance in 2017’s Logan. In 2022, Stewart joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as an alternate-universe Professor X in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. He returned to the role once more with 2026’s Avengers: Doomsday, his final on-screen appearance,” it added.
