Initially, the adjustment to living on the Enterprise was very difficult. Future Alexander, calling himselfK'mtar, reveals that he travelled to the past with the intenton making his younger self a great warrior, in order to prevent Worf's murder in the future. Pic: Startrek.com. (TNG: "The Emissary") She concealed her pregnancy and the birth of Alexander from Worf. Worf told him that, now that he had disrupted the flow of history, his death was no longer a certainty, and that he would be proud of his son no matter what path he chose to follow. Actor and musician Jon Paul Steuer, who rose to fame as a child star playing Alexander Rozhenko in Star Trek, has died aged 33. 2023 E! He declared that he had no family or House and that any honor earned would be his own. Future Alexander then travelled back in time, vowing to turn his past self into a traditional Klingon warrior in order to prevent Worf's murder. Lieutenant Worf : You have given me a glimpse into my son's future. 2023 BDG Media, Inc. All rights reserved. (DS9: "Business as Usual"). He was 33. Actor: Family Ties. (DS9: "The Way of the Warrior"). Alexander had not been raised as a traditional Klingon, and although Worf himself was adopted by humans at a young age, Worf and Alexander struggled to find common ground because of K'Ehleyr's vastly different principles. For the remainder of the episodes on TNG featuring Rozhenko, he would instead be played by Family Ties star Brian Bonsall. Likewise, her death marked him forever. Freuer left the series after the first three seasons, quoting struggles with substance addiction, rehabilitation, and relapse. Brian Bonsall earned a place in entertainment history with his role as the impossibly cute Andy Keaton in the final few seasons of the classic sitcom Family Ties, but he also holds an important spot in Star Trek lore. Mother: Rest in peace, Jonnywe love you. Britney Spears conservatorship: Star Trek icon Nichelle Nichols and pop-art pioneer Peter Max - is #FreeBritney just the beginning? Played by: Six months later, his cause of death was determined to be suicide. Character(s): "Rest in Peace, Jon Paul Steuer, the first actor to play Alexander in TNG. He was particularly distressed that K'Ehleyr had not taught the child anything of Klingon tradition before her death. That decision haunted both Alexander and his father. "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's post read. Rest in peace, Jonny we love you.". He has occasionally been spotted atStar Trek conventions. A graduate of Trent University, Sarah's MA thesis examines Frankenstein adaptations and their relationship with popular culture. We've lost our singer, but far, far more than that we've lost a friend. He continued to make mistakes, such as flooding an entire corridor with superheated hydraulic fluid. 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. When it became apparent that his counterpart was not willing to do so, however, he attempted to kill him, only to be stopped by Worf. His distress was made even more acute by Alexander's continued insistence that he had no desire to become a warrior. It should be noted that Alexander was conceived a year and a half prior, near the end of TNG Season 2. 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. "The line of questioning was, "How tall are you now? Martok told Worf the crew had accepted Alexander, and Worf replied yes, as the ship's fool. Alexander also revealed that. 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' Alexander Actor Tragically Dies Caitlin Busch Punk rocker and former child actor Jon Paul Steuer, perhaps best known for his role as the young Klingon Alexander. When it became apparent that his counterpart was not willing to do so, however, he attempted to kill him, only to be stopped by Worf. After beginning his acting career at the age of three, Jons biggest moment came when he bagged the role of Alexander in 1990, who was the son of Klingon Worf and Ambassador KEhleyr. In 1990, Steuer was cast as Alexander Rozhenko in the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode "Reunion". Date of death: If so, it would be the perfect opportunity for Alexander to return to the franchise perhaps on a crew serving underneath his father once more. In 2374, after years of avoiding Klingon culture, Alexander enlisted in the Klingon Defense Forces at the height of the Dominion War. In an attempt to change history, he tried to convince Worf that his young counterpart needed to be trained in the ways of a Klingon warrior. Alexander also corrected Worf in conversation when Worf referred to his adoptive parents as Alexander's grandparents. And the amount of time you have with a minor is very restrictive. His disobedience to Worf and disregard for the instructions of his elders and ship's regulations eventually came to a head when Alexander was nearly killed in a fire in the ship's biolab. In the Facebook post announcing his death, P.R.O.B.L.E.M.S. 43rd day of Maktag, Stardate 43205 (2366) After hearing these words, the adult Alexander departed, but not before expressing his love for his father. 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). The ability to be still for a long period of time won him the part. Actor and musician Jon Paul Steuer, who was best known for playing the first Alexander Rozhenko in Star Trek: The Next Generation, has died . Date of birth: Jon Paul was the first actor to play the Klingon, Alexander Rozhenko, on the show. James Sloyan (2410)Marc Worden (2374)Brian Bonsall (2368-2370)Jon Steuer (2367), Alexander Rozhenko, also known as Alexander, son of Worf, was the son of Starfleet Lieutenant Worf and Federation Ambassador K'Ehleyr; thus he was three-quarters Klingon. 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. 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. She has a fierce love of all things "spooky," and a deep appreciation for classic cinema. 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. Following his death in Portland on New Year's Day, the official Star Trek Twitter account posted a tribute to the California-born star, who also appeared in American sitcom Grace Under Fire from 1993 until 1996. Ronald D. Moore directly addressed the seeming age discrepancy while talking about "Sons and Daughters": "We're pegging Alexander as being roughly the equivalent of a thirteen to sixteen-year-old Human male, although his actual age is much younger. 29,227, This story has been shared 19,248 times. K'Ehleyr(Suzie Plakson) andLieutenant Worf(Michael Dorn) with Jon Paul Steuer as their son, Alexander Rozhenko. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Former Star Trek and Little Giants actor Jon Paul Steuers January death has been ruled a suicide. Probably the reason why he was recast". [7], In March 2015, after several years working as a bartender and server, Steuer partnered with chef Sean Sigmon to open Harvest at the Bindery, a vegan restaurant located in Portland. When the character returned, he was played by an older actor likely to accommodate labor laws that govern how long child actors of each age can work (which includes the hours they spend in a makeup chair). With Avery Brooks, Rene Auberjonois, Michael Dorn, Terry Farrell. It is with heavy hearts and saddened minds that we announce the passing of our dear friend and singer Jonny Jewels, AKA, Posted by P.R.O.B.L.E.M.S. ", 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. Escondido, California, USA 6 Jon Paul Steuer, who starred in Star Trek and Grace Under Fire, took his own life Jon played Alexander. Worf and K'Ehleyr became romantically involved in theTNGepisode "The Emmissary," but aftershe rejected Worf's marriage proposal, the two parted ways. In their brief time together, Alexander and Lwaxana spent time together on the holodeck and became good friends, much to his father's dismay. (TNG: "Firstborn"), In 2370, when Worf returned from a bat'leth tournament on Forcas III, Worf encountered a quantum fissure and began switching places with other versions of himself in alternate quantum realities. Species: During his time on Earth, Alexander had had problems adjusting. I will teach you what you need to know to be a warrior, and you will teach me what I need to know to be a father." The following is every actor who has played Alexander inStar Trek. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? 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. 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. Upon returning to active service, he chose to leave Alexander on Earth, believing he was far happier there than he was living with him. After the death of his mother K'Ehleyr, Alexander was raised on Earth by Worf's human foster parents, the Rozhenkos, and later by Worf himself on the U.S.S. It wrote: "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. Father: Though he might suffer some broken bones, as well as other injuries, he would survive. Eventually, the two reached a full reconciliation that led to Alexander joining the House of Martok. "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. How 'Picard' Season 3's New Character Fits Into Star Trek Canon, 'Picard's New Starship Took Inspiration From "Retro" Star Trek Canon, How 'Picard' Season 3 Finally Broke a Classic Star Trek Mandate. (TNG: "Reunion"), After Alexander came to live on the Enterprise, Worf was shocked to discover his son lied often and even stole objects. 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. Alexander, son of Worf (also known as K'mtar) was a Klingon/Human hybrid working as a diplomat on Qo'noS. Alexander Rozhenko Rozhenko in 2374 Known aliases: K'mtar Species: 3/4 Klingon - 1/4 Human Gender: Male Born: 2366 Died: 2409 Affiliation: Federation, Diplomatic Corps Klingon Empire, House of Martok Family Mother: K'Ehleyr Jadzia Dax (stepmother) Grilka (stepmother) Father: Worf Sibling (s): K'Dhan (half-brother) Koren (stepsister) Marital Status: I absolutely would have gone back in a heartbeat, but that was the reality of the situation.". He was only with us for a little more than a year, but we managed to cram a lifetime of great experiences into his tenure as our singer, Weve lost our singer, but far, far more than that weve lost a friend. 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. With the player's aid, Alexander discovers that the House of Torg, whose members included the warden of Rura Penthe, were the masterminds of the conspiracy, aided by Romulan agents of the Tal Shiar. After hearing these words, the adult Alexander departed, but not before expressing his love for his father. Active (2375) Alexander was honored, even more so because it was clear that the couple had altered their plans in order to include him in the wedding before he transferred to the Ya'Vang. In an attempt to change history, he tried to convince Worf that his young counterpart needed to be trained in the ways of a Klingon warrior. "[1], During his time on Grace Under Fire, Steuer was cast in the 1994 comedy film Little Giants. He co-starred alongside 13-year-old Sam Horrigan. The news that Steuer died in his Portland home on New Year's Day broke out soon after his death, but the cause of his death was unclear until recently. (TNG: "A Fistful of Datas"), In 2369, Alexander helped Captain Picard and others regain control of the ship from DaiMon Lurin. . Add to that the fact that Klingon actors need to go through three hours of makeup in the morning, and suddenly you have very little time with your actor. (DS9: "The Way of the Warrior") However, Alexander's relationship with Worf had not improved and he elected to live on Earth with the Rozhenkos rather than join his father on DS9. Although Worf took custody of Alexander following K'Ehleyr's death, he was sent to live on Earth with Sergey and Helena Rozhenko, Worf's adoptive parents, who were identified as his grandparents. Martok advised Worf to let matters essentially tend to themselves; that Alexander would find a place on the ship, and by extension, learn about Klingon culture along the way. His break came when another did not appear for one of these shows; Steuer leapt onto the stage and offered his services. Dedicated Star Trek fans - known as Trekkies - also paid tribute online. ", "He was only with us for a little more than a year, but we managed to cram a lifetime of great experiences into his tenure as our singer: dozens shows at home in Portland and across several states, an amazing European tour, and our best full-length release yet," the group continued. Jon Steuer "They [my former co-stars] all remembered me," Steuer told the A.V. Klingons are this powerful warrior race, so they wanted me to be dramatically larger. Star Trek: Deep Space Nine - The Left Hand of Destiny. In 1990, the actor was the first to play the character of Alexander Rozhenko in The Next Generation, reportedly being the only child able to sit still for the three hours it took the make-up department to apply his Klingon facial prosthetics. It really soured me. OtherRelative(s): Occupation: Hey, Klingons mature faster, okay?" He'd come off like an abusive father, rather than a father who wants the best for his son." [8], Steuer died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound on January 1, 2018, aged 33, in Portland, Oregon. For a brief time, Worf considered sending Alexander away from the Enterprise to a Klingon school. When Torg attempts to kill Worf in revenge, Alexander sacrifices himself to save his father, thus preventing the fate that K'mtar had warned of in "Firstborn". [1] [2] [3]. In fact, according to the script, he was described both a "whiskerless youth" and as a "tall, thin, beardless young Klingon [] on the cusp of manhood." And I know now that he has his own destiny. Worf is still alive duringStar Trek: Picard, but because K'mtar was vague about when the murder was to have taken place, it's currently unclear if this is proof thatAlexander's future was changed as a result of him (and Worf) meeting his future self. But they kept bringing the character back, and they went through a few different actors as he got progressively older. She often watches movies sometimes she reviews them too. Alexander is played by Marc WordeninDS9, since the character had matured into adulthood andtherefore needed to be played by an adult. (DS9: "You Are Cordially Invited"), By 2375, Alexander had been made the Ya'Vang's weapons officer due to their being shorthanded. Birth name: Privacy Notice 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. 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. Do Not Sell My Personal Information. He appeared on one episode. There will be a memorial gathering for Jonny at Harvest on Sunday 1/7 beginning at 1:00. His son Alexander only appeared in two episodes ofDS9, although he was referenced in others (like the time Worf sweetly commented to Miles O'Brien that he regretted nothaving seen hisson as a toddler). [4], Steuer eventually moved to Denver, Colorado. Enterprise-D. ", The group added: "We've lost our singer, but far, far more than that we've lost a friend. He was given the rank of bekk and assigned to the IKS Rotarran under General Martok and Worf, where he manned the ship's sensor console. "We've lost our singer, but far, far more than that we've lost a friend. He left the show at age 12 after three years, in 1996, and retired from acting. Steuer, who was 33 years old, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, The Blast reported, citing Portland, Oregon, police. Jon Paul Steuer was a former child star, who Alexander Rozhenko in The Next Generation saga of the sci-fi favourite as well as landing the role of Quentin Kelly in 90s sitcom Grace Under Fire. In the season 7 episode "Penumbra," Ezri Dax states that Alexander was made a weapons officer on his new assignment on theYa'Vang and was starting to lose his clumsiness. Alexander's adjustment to life among Klingons was difficult. The child star passed away on New Year's Day, although a cause of. Rest easy, young Alexander Rozhenko," said one. (TNG: "Rascals"), Alexander and his counterpart from the future, In 2370, an adult Alexander, who had traveled back in time from forty years in the future, made contact with Worf and Alexander, posing as K'mtar, gin'tak to the House of Mogh. '90s Child Star Jon Paul Steuer Dead at Age 33 Former actor, also known as musician Jonny Jewels, was the first actor to play Worf's son Alexander Rozhenko on Star Trek: The Next Generation. Jon Paul Steuer Alexander accused Worf of never accepting him. Within a year, he was attending children's modeling shows at local shopping malls. Sons and Daughters: Directed by Jess Salvador Trevio. [1], Steuer performed several more times over the next three years, including the 1991 comedy Late for Dinner, a guest shot in the episode "Unpacking" of the TV series The Wonder Years, and a role in the made-for-television movie When Love Kills: The Seduction of John Hearn (1993). Thus, Sloyan also played Alexander but as an adult. (TNG: "Ethics"). Heis stationed on the Rotarran, on whichhis father is a commanding officer. "He was only with us for a little more than a year, but we managed to cram a lifetime of great experiences into his tenure as our singer. He filled a variety of roles, during his acting career between the ages of three and fourteen, which include "Andy Keaton" on Family Ties (1982); Worf's son "Alexander Rozshenko" on Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) and "Preston Waters" in the Disney hit film, Blank . Alexander's conception and birth were finally revealed to Worf by K'Ehleyr approximately one year later, when she returned to the Enterprise as part of a contingent representing K'mpec in his efforts to persuade Jean-Luc Picard to act as the Arbiter of Succession for the Klingon Empire. Steuer's punk band P.R.O.B.L.E.M.S announced the singer's death in a Facebook post. The captain, along with Ro Laren, Keiko O'Brien, and Guinan, had passed through a molecular reversion field that had reverted them to a stage of physical youth. The novel A Time for War, A Time for Peace established that, upon Worf's return to Starfleet, he nominates Alexander to succeed him as Federation ambassador to the Klingons. Geschichte. (Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Companion(p. 490)), Alexander was further referenced in the first draft script of the DS9 Season 4 episode ""Body Parts"", where Worf remarked that, since he was sent back to Earth, "He is happier. Rest in peace, Jonnywe love you.. Brian Eric Bonsall (born December 3, 1981) is an American rock musician, singer, guitarist and former child actor.He is perhaps best known for his roles as Andrew "Andy" Keaton, the youngest child on the NBC sitcom Family Ties from 1986 until 1989, and Alexander Rozhenko, the son of Worf and K'ehleyr, on Star Trek: The Next Generation from 1992 to 1994. After the death of his mother K'Ehleyr, Alexander was raised on Earth by Worf's human foster parents, the Rozhenkos, and later by Worf himself on the U.S.S. Jon Paul Steuer died of unconfirmed causes on New Year's Day. Sitemap, Your California Privacy Rights Unwilling to continue to submit to such intense scrutiny, Steuer quit acting. Alexander is a Klingon/human child. Jon Paul Steuer, the Star Trek actor famous for being the first person to play Alexander Rozhenko in The Next Generation, has died this week at the age of 33. Punk rocker and former child actor Jon Paul Steuer, perhaps best known for his role as the young Klingon Alexander Rozhenko on Star Trek: The Next Generation, died of unconfirmed causes on Monday, January 1, at age 33. He also later became a restaurateur, opening popular vegan eatery Harvest at the Bindery in Portland, California. He was only with us for a little more than a year, but we managed to cram a lifetime of great experiences into his tenure as our singer: dozens shows at home in Portland and across several states, an amazing European tour, and our best full-length release yet. They really are a good bunch of people. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. (TNG: "Ethics") Alexander was also friendly with Counselor Troi's mother, Lwaxana Troi, who came aboard the Enterprise in 2368 to be wed to Campio. The American, who appeared in the 1980s show Star Trek: Next Generation, was the first actor to play the character, who is the son of Worf and Ambassador K'Ehleyr. All of these made Martok believe Alexander unfit for battle. In a tragic twist of events, K'Ehleyr perished in "Reunion," and Worf found himself responsible for a son he had only just met. He explained to Worf that, in his time, Worf had been assassinated on the floor of the High Council, due to Alexander's attempts at bringing peace to the Empire. According to the Willamette Week newspaper in Oregon, a cause of death has not yet been confirmed. She has a fierce love of all things "spooky," and a deep appreciation for classic cinema. , Soundtrack Of My Life: Talking Heads Tina Weymouth, Creed III review: Michael B. Jordan gets another big win under his belt, Panic Shack: the wildest and funniest live band youll see all year, Final Fantasy 16 is a lavish RPG twist on Bayonetta and its all the better for it. Despite his successes, he gave up acting altogether at the age of 12 to pursue music, and played in a series of bands under his new alter-ego Jonny P Jewels. Meanwhile, strained relationships abound on DS9 between Major Kira and Gul Dukat. (DS9: "Sons and Daughters"), Alexander continued his service aboard the Rotarran and strengthened his relationships with his fellow Klingons. Steuer played Alexander Rozhenko in The Next Generation saga of the sci-fi series and also held the role of Quentin Kelly in the 90s sitcom Grace Under Fire before quitting acting. We've received your submission. One year later, Helena brought Alexander back to Worf. Alexander Rozhenko, also known as Alexander, son of Worf, was the son of Starfleet Lieutenant Worf and Federation Ambassador K'Ehleyr; thus he was three-quarters Klingon. How much do you weigh?" 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. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Worf later stated to Miles O'Brien that he never saw his son when he was a toddler, and that it was "something I will always regret." In 2372, Worf brought an image of Alexander to starbase Deep Space 9 when he was stationed there. (TNG: "Firstborn"), Alexander had a fondness for jazz music due to the influence of William T. Riker, and much to the annoyance of his father. Worf asked the Troi of an alternate quantum reality to be Alexander's Soh-chIm, which meant that, if anything were to happen to Worf, Troi would take custody of Alexander. In his later career as a restaurateur, Steuer owned his own establishment in Portland, Oregon and performed as part of the band P.R.O.B.L.E.M.S. Mogh and his wife (grandparents)Sergey and Helena Rozhenko (adoptive grandparents and guardians) Kurn (uncle)At least two female cousinsNikolai Rozhenko (adoptive uncle)Martok (member of respective house) (DS9: "Penumbra"), Worf considered Alexander to be more Human (in personality and interests) than Klingon and tried desperately to change him. ( TNG: " Reunion ", " New Ground ") Contents 1 Early life 2 Aboard the Enterprise-D 3 Service to the Empire Although nothing inDeep Space Ninedisproves the future described inTNG's "Firstborn," the path Alexander finds himself on as a young adult is unlikely to result in him becoming the same pacifist and diplomat described byK'mtar. True Hollywood Story about the show, Steuer was afraid of his TV mother, played by Brett Butler. Alexander also appears in the two novels of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine - The Left Hand of Destiny. The Rotarran was attacked shortly after. 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