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Frakes and Spiner Recall Patrick Stewart’s Humor

Patrick Stewart, the legendary Star Trek: The Next Generation captain, died at 86 on October 28, 2026, sparking an outpouring of grief from fans and colleagues worldwide. In the wake of his passing, co‑stars Jonathan Frakes and Brent Spiner reflected on their friendship and shared anecdotes on the Dropping Names… podcast. The duo recalled a memorable moment when Stewart, in character, shouted “F*** the universe!” during a rehearsal, a joke that still makes the cast laugh. Guests on the show included LeVar Burton, Dean Devlin, Joel McHale, and Alan Tudyk, each offering stories that highlighted Stewart’s warmth and humor. Marina Sirtis posted a touching tribute on social media, while Tudyk humorously described waking up to Stewart hovering over him after a nap. The podcast, launched in January, has become a platform for former TNG actors to honor Stewart, with many episodes featuring his name and memories. Fans can listen to the full episode on the Dropping Names series, which celebrates Stewart’s legacy and the enduring camaraderie of the TNG ensemble. Stewart’s death marks the end of an era for Star Trek fans, but his influence continues through the series and the heartfelt remembrances.

· Screen Rant

The essential points

  1. 01Patrick Stewart dies at 86 on Oct 28, 2026, prompting worldwide tributes from fans and fellow actors.
  2. 02Frakes and Spiner share humorous memories on the Dropping Names podcast, including Stewart’s “F*** the universe!” outburst.
  3. 03The podcast features guests like LeVar Burton, Dean Devlin, and Joel McHale, all recalling moments with Stewart.
  4. 04Other castmates, including Marina Sirtis and Alan Tudyk, also posted heartfelt tributes and shared funny anecdotes.
The full brief

Patrick Stewart, the legendary Star Trek: The Next Generation captain, died at 86 on October 28, 2026, sparking an outpouring of grief from fans and colleagues worldwide. In the wake of his passing, co‑stars Jonathan Frakes and Brent Spiner reflected on their friendship and shared anecdotes on the Dropping Names… podcast. The duo recalled a memorable moment when Stewart, in character, shouted “F*** the universe!”

during a rehearsal, a joke that still makes the cast laugh. Guests on the show included LeVar Burton, Dean Devlin, Joel McHale, and Alan Tudyk, each offering stories that highlighted Stewart’s warmth and humor. Marina Sirtis posted a touching tribute on social media, while Tudyk humorously described waking up to Stewart hovering over him after a nap.

The podcast, launched in January, has become a platform for former TNG actors to honor Stewart, with many episodes featuring his name and memories. Fans can listen to the full episode on the Dropping Names series, which celebrates Stewart’s legacy and the enduring camaraderie of the TNG ensemble. Stewart’s death marks the end of an era for Star Trek fans, but his influence continues through the series and the heartfelt remembrances.