This story has been shared 29,227 times. Steuer moved to Denver in 2003, where he formed the band called the Soda Pop Kids. Rest in peace, Jonnywe love you.. The 33-year-old died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound police in Oregon told The Blast. They really are a good bunch of people. Though none questioned his commitment, his combat skills were sorely lacking, and his lack of knowledge of Klingon customs hurt his standing on board. All rights reserved. From 1992 to 1994, Brian portrayed the recurring character Alexander Rozhenko in seven episodes of the science fiction series "Star Trek: The Next generation", and concurrently starred as Mikey Holt in the psychological slasher film "Mikey" in 1992, and as Alex Sullivan in the German-American thriller movie "Desperate Motive" in 1993. 1 January 2018 Steuer died on New Years Day in Portland. He appeared on one episode. The role is similar to being "best man" in the wedding party. It is with heavy hearts and saddened minds that we announce the passing of our dear friend and singer Jonny Jewels, AKA Jon Paul Steuer, the band wrote on Facebook. (DS9: "Sons and Daughters"), Not long after, the two continued to mend their relationship, when Worf asked Alexander to act as his Tawi'Yan, or swordbearer, during his wedding to Jadzia Dax. Club. Until that point, Alexander had lived with his mother, not knowing who his father was. Worf was reluctant to do so because of his recent discommendation and the dishonor that Alexander would be forced to share as a result. Though he might suffer some broken bones, as well as other injuries, he would survive. Worf Born: Klingons for life. Patrick Stewart is an incredibly kind man, very down-to-earth.". Another added: "RIP Jon Paul Steuer, Star Trek would have never been the save without you. In his first appearance in the mid-Season 4 episode "Reunion", Alexander was described in the script as "a Klingon boy", specifically, "the boy should look about five human years old." Despite his efforts to find extra duties for himself, Worf agreed to participate in the program as a means of interacting with his son and improving their relationship. As a child, Jon played Alexander Rozhenko, the son of Klingon Worf, an officer on the . He also later became a restaurateur, opening popular vegan eatery Harvest at the Bindery in Portland, California. Star Trek: All 5 Actors Who Played Worf's Son, Alexander, Star Trek Brings Back The Real Klingons Discovery Ignored, Star Trek DS9: Why "Whispers" Is The Franchise's Darkest Episode, Star Trek Theory: Worf Replaces Data In Picard Season 2's Story. Alexander challenged Worf by saying, "Let's see if you mean it." Useat Star Trek-pelisarjan hahmot , ensisijaiset ja toissijaiset, esiintyivt usein crossover -esiintymisiss sarjojen vlill. Alexander was introduced in theTNGepisode "Reunion." Thanks for contacting us. In Star Trek Online, set in 2409, players of the KDF faction encounter Alexander (under his "K'mtar" alias) on Rura Penthe, where he was imprisoned while attempting to discover a conspiracy against the House of Martok. (TNG: "Ethics"). She often watches movies sometimes she reviews them too. Alexander was the result of that union, and although Worf initially rejected welcoming Alexander into his life due to the "shame" on Worf and his descendants due to him receiving a Klingon discommendation K'Ehleyr's death left him little choice but to take responsibility for his son. It should be noted that Alexander was conceived a year and a half prior, near the end of TNG Season 2. Thn sisltyi vakiintuneiden hahmojen esiintyminen uusien sarjojen ensi-jaksoissa, muutama pitkaikainen siirto sarjasta toiseen ja jopa Trek-elokuvien ja television vlinen siirto . [] Source: uInterview . Feeling inadequate to raise his son, Worf sent Alexander to Earth to be raised by his parents Helena and Sergey Rozhenko after K'Ehleyn's death. Alexander repeatedly demonstrates that he lacks the "warrior" abilities Klingons value but he tries hard, and eventually, Worf realizes his his son's brave spirit and willingness to try are virtues in their own right. Later that year, along with most of the Rotarran's crew, he transferred to the IKS Ya'Vang, where he hoped the goodwill toward him would continue. The worlds defining voice in music and pop culture: breaking whats new and whats next since 1952. For most of the character's run, Alexander was played by Brian Bonsall. Jon Paul Steuer March 27, 1984 - January 1, 2018.. But I was still 6. I didn't want that kind of attention. (TNG: "Parallels"), In 2410, Alexander traveled back in time forty years into the past, made contact with Worf and Alexander, posing as K'mtar, gin'tak to the House of Mogh. Jon Paul Steuer (March 27, 1984 - January 1, 2018) was an American actor and musician, best known for being the first actor to play Alexander Rozhenko in Star Trek: The Next Generation and for being the first actor to regularly portray Quentin Kelly on the ABC show Grace Under Fire. Everyone's favorite Klingon Worf had a son in Star Trek: The Next Generation and the character has been played by five different actors throughout the franchise (so far). 19,248, This story has been shared 12,486 times. Published Dec 8, 2020 Worf's son, Alexander Rozhenko, appeared numerous times in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine but was played by different actors. ( TNG: " Reunion ", " New Ground ") Contents 1 Early life 2 Aboard the Enterprise-D 3 Service to the Empire Two seasons later, in the episode aptly named "Reunion," Worf and K'Ehleyr's paths crossed again, and she introduced him to his son, Alexander. (DS9: "Sons and Daughters"). Alexander Rozhenko at 50 : . Rest in peace, Jonnywe love you. 6 In January, news broke of the tragic death of 33-year-old former actor and Jon Paul Steuer, who was the first actor to play Worf's son Alexander Rozhenko in Star Trek: The Next. He had severe trouble serving with other Klingons, as he was unskilled as a warrior and displayed many Human traits that the other crew members found soft and disgusting. Actor Jon Paul Steur, the first actor to play Alexander Rozhenko in Star Trek: The Next Generation, has died at the age of 33. Being portrayed by four different actors over an eight-year period, the presentation of Alexander appears to establish that Klingon youths mature more quickly than Humans do. To his surprise, Worf enjoyed the program, especially his role as the sheriff with Alexander as his deputy. Britney Spears conservatorship: Star Trek icon Nichelle Nichols and pop-art pioneer Peter Max - is #FreeBritney just the beginning? Subscribe for free to Inverses award-winning daily newsletter! That decision haunted both Alexander and his father. In 1991, he continued his career with a role in comedy series Late For Dinner, before winning greater plaudits with a turn as Quentin Kelly in the television series Grace Under Fire. [9][10] Upon Steuer's death, the restaurant closed permanently. He continued to make mistakes, such as flooding an entire corridor with superheated hydraulic fluid. Roles: "The addition of Jonny to our dysfunctional band family was one of the best choices that we have ever made, and he brought a much needed sense of fun and lightheartedness to everything we did. (TNG: "New Ground") Still, it was the thought of his son that caused Worf to abandon thoughts of ritual suicide in 2368 and choose a risky surgery when he was paralyzed in an accident. They also wanted a deeper voice out of me. According to local reports, Steur - also known as musician and restaurateur Jonny P Jewels later in his career - died on January 1. ", Star Trek and Grace Under Fire actor Jon Paul Steuer dies at 33, Jon Paul Steuer starred in sci-fi TV show when he was a child. After hearing these words, the adult Alexander departed, but not before expressing his love for his father. Alexander is a Klingon/human child. Species: In this episode only, Alexander is played by the late Jon Steuer, who left the acting industry in the mid '90s and pursued a career in music. Paying tribute on Twitter, Star Trek Online wrote: Rest in Peace, Jon Paul Steuer, the first actor to play Alexander in TNG. Hey, Klingons mature faster, okay?" (TNG: "Firstborn"). Jon Paul Steuer The last actor on this list only appeared as an image onStar Trek; Richard Martinez was used fora framed pictureof Worf and his son Alexander seen inDeep Space Nineseason 4, episode 1, "The Way of the Warrior" and season 6, episode 16, "Change of Heart." He left the show at age 12 after three years, in 1996, and retired from acting. Father: After spending several years as a musician, Steuer entered the culinary industry and owned his own restaurant in Portland, Oregon. The episode's plot revolves around Alexander's misguided attempts to reclaim his heritage by enlisting in the Klingon Defense Force in order to support the Klingon war against the Dominion. (TNG: "Reunion") Alexander was born on the forty-third day of Maktag, stardate 43205. 12,486, This story has been shared 9,575 times. Jon Paul Steuer March 27, 1984 - January 1, 2018.". Alexander felt that, because he had not been the son that Worf wanted, he had been rejected, and Worf acted as if he had no son. He then played Johnny Vennaro in the 1994 family sports comedy Little Giants, which co-starred Rickey D'Shon Collins, Mark Holton, Courtney Peldon and Susanna Thompson. However, despite his concerns, Worf was forced to acknowledge the relationship of K'Ehleyr and Alexander to him when K'Ehleyr was killed by Duras because she had been investigating the circumstances surrounding the Khitomer Massacre and Worf's discommendation. Occupation: He co-starred alongside 13-year-old Sam Horrigan. Enterprise-D. Character(s): Worf, son of Mogh is a fictional character in the Star Trek franchise. He appeared in the 1991 film Late For Dinner with Tim Kelleher and Jeremy Roberts. When the Soda Pop Kids disbanded in 2009, he went on to play with other projects, and was with the punk band P.R.O.B.L.E.M.S. Steuer later said he was very upset at the part being recast. He has occasionally been spotted atStar Trek conventions. Rest in Peace, Jon Paul Steuer, the first actor to play Alexander in TNG. Portland, Oregon, USA He was a member of the House of Mogh and the House of Martok. How much do you weigh?" Steuer performed as lead singer for the band under the name Jonny P. Jewels. Alexander's adjustment to life among Klingons was difficult. She is a writer, editor, and folk musician. The character went on to be played by Brian Bonsall, James Sloyan and Marc Worden. Though he only played Alexander in a single episode of the series, Season 4s Reunion, Steuer still marks the first actor to take on the role; Alexander was later portrayed by Brian Bonsall, Marc Worden, James Sloyan, and Richard Martinez. Likewise, her death marked him forever. Jon played Alexander Rozhenko in "The Next Generation" saga. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in, The former child star was the first to play character AlexanderRozhenko, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. He was also well known for playing Johnny "Viper" Vennaro in the 1994 children's comedy film Little Giants. Featured Actor Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Initially, the adjustment to living on the Enterprise was very difficult. According to the Willamette Week newspaper in Oregon, a cause of death has not yet been confirmed. Sitemap, Your California Privacy Rights Worf's son Alexander Rozhenko was a surprise: after a brief relationship in the TNG season 2episode "The Emissary,"half-human, half-Klingon K'Ehleyr became pregnant with Worf's child but never told him. "Rest in Peace, Jon Paul Steuer, the first actor to play Alexander in TNG. When Worf observed the affection the crew held for Alexander and his own graceful acceptance of the role, Worf changed his mind about transferring Alexander off the ship, telling Alexander, "I cannot fix the mistakes I have made, but from now on I will stand with you. Stories to read or reference later Jeremy Roberts, USA he was very upset at Bindery. 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