30/10/2026
I'm genuinely heartbroken over the passing of Sir Patrick Stewart. ๐
He was probably my very first British crush. I mean, come on. Older, distinguished, bald, British, THAT VOICE. The man ticked every single box. ๐โค๏ธ
I grew up watching the original Star Trek with William Shatner, and then came The Next Generation. Captain Jean-Luc Picard was everything. Intelligent, compassionate, dignified, strong, and always believing that humanity could be better than it was.
But it wasn't just Captain Picard I adored. It was the man behind him.
His openness about his childhood, growing up with a mother who suffered domestic violence. His humanitarian work, his advocacy for survivors of abuse, his love for animals, his kindness, his humour, and his willingness to use his voice to make a difference. He was so much more than an incredible actor. He seemed like a genuinely decent human being.
And I think that's why this one hurts so much.
When we lose the people we grew up watching and admiring, it's like losing another little piece of our own childhood. Another reminder that the world we grew up in is slowly slipping away.
I always joked that Patrick Stewart was going to be my next husband. Apparently, the man just couldn't wait for me. ๐๐
Thank you, Sir Patrick, for the memories, the laughter, the inspiration, and for showing us that being a gentleman never goes out of style.
One last cup of Earl Grey for you, Captain.
Tea. Earl Grey. Hot. ๐
Rest easy, Sir Patrick. You were one hell of a human being. ๐งก
Fellow Star Trek cast member William Shatner describes Sir Patrick as someone who "stood for the best of us".