Sir Patrick Stewart, who made a lasting impression worldwide with his iconic science-fiction and television roles, passed away on October 28, 2026, at the age of 86. Several celebrities have shared emotional tributes following his death, including Seth MacFarlane.
Seth MacFarlane pays emotional tribute to Patrick Stewart
The American actor recently took to his official Instagram account to share a heartfelt tribute to the legendary actor. According to MacFarlane, Stewart was one of those icons people often took for granted. In his emotional note, the animator also revealed that he was a longtime fan of the late actor.
MacFarlane wrote, “Patrick was one of those icons who we somehow all took for granted would always be with us. I grew up as a fan, and was later gifted the privilege of becoming a colleague and friend, working with him for many years on “American Dad!”, “Family Guy,” and “Ted.”
“He was that rare actor who could take any bit of dialogue and elevate it, making a good writer sound great, and a great writer sound masterful. He was also as humble as they come,” he added.
The 53-year-old also recalled exchanging emails with the X-Men star when Stewart was starting a new film project. According to MacFarlane, Stewart once told him that he always felt like the biggest rookie in the room whenever he stepped onto a new set.
MacFarlane recalled his reaction, which he said was what anyone else would have expressed. He told Stewart, “If you feel that way, then the rest of us are screwed!”
The animator concluded, “We have lost a legendary actor today, and for many of us, a good friend. He will be deeply missed by the entire planet.”
For context, Sir Patrick Stewart passed away on October 28, 2026, at the age of 86, at his home in Los Angeles, California. According to his spokesperson, he died following a brief illness involving Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. His wife, Sunny Ozell, was by his side during his final moments.
