Patrick Stewart died aged 86 at his home in Los Angeles on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Ian McKellen paid a moving tribute to his X-Men co-star and longtime friend. His longtime friend and former X-Men co-star Ian McKellen paid a moving tribute to Stewart, highlighting his contributions to theatre, cinema, and remembered him for his Yorkshire roots.Stewart died on Wednesday (October 29, 2026). He was battling Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia.