Portland, Oregon, USA [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). Helena also admitted that the two of them were too old and ill-equipped to raise a Klingon child, even one who was Human. Next:Star Trek Hints Q Will Return In Picard Series. Alexander Rozhenko Jon Steuer ( 27 March 1984 - 1 January 2018; age 33) was the first actor to portray Alexander Rozhenko in the Star Trek: The Next Generation fourth season episode " Reunion ". 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. Sitemap, Your California Privacy Rights 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. [11], "What's it like to be a child actor on Star Trek? Although Alexander spent his infancy with his mother, following her death he returned to Earth to live with Worf's adoptive parents, Sergey and Helena Rozhenko. Alexander accused Worf of never accepting him. 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. 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." Horrigan replaced Steuer in the role of Quentin Kelly after Steuer left Grace Under Fire. The eatery announced on Facebook on Thursday it will shut down in wake of Steuer's death. 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. 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). (DS9: "Penumbra"), Worf considered Alexander to be more Human (in personality and interests) than Klingon and tried desperately to change him. In 1993, Steuer had a supporting role in the CBS television movie When Love Kills: The Seduction of John Hearn, opposite Gregg Henry. ", "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. Wishing to prevent this future, he had traveled back in time in an attempt to ensure that his counterpart would not grow up to be a diplomat, but rather a warrior who could fight at his father's side. 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: His later appearances, beginning in mid-Season 5 through Season 7, he grew at a "normal" rate. The two developed a strong relationship, so much so that Worf asked the counselor to be Alexander's guardian when it appeared he might die following a dangerous medical operation. She is a writer, editor, and folk musician. 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. A graduate of Trent University, Sarah's MA thesis examines Frankenstein adaptations and their relationship with popular culture. ("Departmental Briefing Year Four Production", TNG Season 4 DVD special feature). Though smart and high-spirited, he was not always truthful and was sometimes difficult to control. Steuerlater appeared on an episode of the show The Wonder Years and the movieLittle Giants before landing his biggest acting job, the roleof Quentin Kelly on the ABC sitcom Grace Under Fire. After "Sons and Daughters," Worden's Alexander appearedonly once more, in "You Are Cordially Invited," the last canon appearance of the character inStar Trek. How much do you weigh?" Bonsall is thus the version of Alexander most Trekkers think of for Worf's offspring. 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. A talent agent, impressed with the boy's hubris and performance, approached him and his mother afterward and offered to represent Steuer and obtain acting roles for him. So his age was important. She has a fierce love of all things "spooky," and a deep appreciation for classic cinema. Alexander didn't move with him to the station as Worf explained, they had continued difficulties getting along, and Worf felt it would be better for everyone if Alexander lived on Earth withhis grandparents. [a] But the extensive press attention given to lead actress Brett Butler, due to her erratic behavior and substance abuse, and Butler's sexual misconduct (she lifted her skirt and flashed her breasts in front of Steuer), led him to quit the show. This story has been shared 29,227 times. '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. 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. Alexander is a Klingon/human child. (TNG: "Firstborn"). In 2374, after years of avoiding Klingon culture, Alexander enlisted in the Klingon Defense Forces at the height of the Dominion War. But even then they'd turn into question-and-answer sessions with casting agents about Grace Under Fire. Jon Paul Steuer March 27, 1984 - January 1, 2018.". Another added: "RIP Jon Paul Steuer, Star Trek would have never been the save without you. 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. During his time on Earth, Alexander had had problems adjusting. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Privacy Notice 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. Worf has yet to appear inPicard, although fans hope actor Michael Dorn will reprise the role for season 2. 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. Until that point, Alexander had lived with his mother, not knowing who his father was. Jon Paul Steuer died of unconfirmed causes on New Year's Day. 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. Born in 2366, he also was the half-brother of K'Dhan as well as the step brother of Koren. Thus, Sloyan also played Alexander but as an adult. 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. ", The group added: "We've lost our singer, but far, far more than that we've lost a friend. Played by: As a child, Jon played Alexander Rozhenko, the son of Klingon Worf, an officer on the . 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. (TNG: "Reunion"), After Alexander came to live on the Enterprise, Worf was shocked to discover his son lied often and even stole objects. (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. "The line of questioning was, "How tall are you now? I didn't want that kind of attention. The worlds defining voice in music and pop culture: breaking whats new and whats next since 1952. pic.twitter.com/ATVn2uwezE, Star Trek Online (@trekonlinegame) January 4, 2018. After hearing these words, the adult Alexander departed, but not before expressing his love for his father. In 1990, Steuerbecame the first actor to play Worf'sson Alexander Rozhenko on the cult series Star Trek: The Next Generation. "[1], During his time on Grace Under Fire, Steuer was cast in the 1994 comedy film Little Giants. (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. "My deepest sympathies to the colleagues and friends of Star Trek child actor Jon Paul Steuer. Worf's son inStar Trek: The Next Generation,Alexander Rozhenko, returned inStar Trek: Deep Space Nine but what happened to the young Klingon after? Worf was reluctant to do so because of his recent discommendation and the dishonor that Alexander would be forced to share as a result. Place of birth: He also performed as a DJ around Portland. (TNG: "Reunion", "New Ground"), Alexander was conceived during a brief encounter between Worf and K'Ehleyr when, in 2365, the ambassador came aboard the USS Enterprise-D in an effort to defuse a potential crisis presented by the return of a Klingon K't'inga-class battle cruiser, the IKS T'Ong, that had been dispatched decades before as a sleeper ship. 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. To his surprise, Worf enjoyed the program, especially his role as the sheriff with Alexander as his deputy. Worf's son, Alexander Rozhenko, appeared numerous times in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine but was played by different actors. He has occasionally been spotted atStar Trek conventions. 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