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Gemma Oaten Mourns 'Kind' Mentor Sir Patrick
30 Oct
Summary
- Gemma Oaten remembered Sir Patrick Stewart as her mentor.
- Sir Patrick Stewart passed away aged 86 in Los Angeles.
- Stewart was known for Star Trek and X-Men roles.
Gemma Oaten, a former Emmerdale actress, has honored her "mentor," the late Sir Patrick Stewart, describing him as a "kind and wonderful man." Sir Patrick died on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at his Los Angeles home, following a journey with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy Body Dementia.
Oaten, who starred as Rachel Breckle, developed a close relationship with Stewart after contacting him in drama school. She spoke emotionally about his impact, stating, "He became a mentor for me, he gave me advice. He was always there for me."
Sir Patrick, born in Yorkshire, was celebrated for his classical theatre work and international fame as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men films. His career began in 1959 at the Lincoln Theatre Royal.
His distinctive voice also served as the narrator for The Deep aquarium in Hull since its opening in 2002. Tributes have poured in from various figures, including singer Michael Dore, who performed with Stewart and called him a "hero."
