Vancouver film industry mourns loss of actor Stewart McLean
The Vancouver film industry is mourning the loss of actor Stewart McLean, whose remains were found in the Lions Bay area. McLean, 45, was reported missing on May 15 and was known for his compassionate and talented performances. Tributes from colleagues highlight his positive impact on those around him and the community.
- ▪Stewart McLean was reported missing on May 15 and was later found deceased in Lions Bay.
- ▪He was remembered as a compassionate and talented actor by his peers in the Vancouver film industry.
- ▪Investigators are treating his death as a potential homicide and are working with the BC Coroners Service.
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Open this photo in gallery:Stewart McLean was reported missing on Monday.IMDb/The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountVancouver director and writer Ryan Minaker said he had known actor Stewart McLean for a decade, and remembered him as the “most giving” actor any director could ever have on set.“What that means in our business is he’s not acting for himself, he’s acting for everyone around him, and it makes it real, it makes it raw, and he always was able to capture a beautiful raw emotion,” said Minaker.Tributes and condolences have been flooding social media from Vancouver’s film industry after the remains of McLean were found in a community just north of Vancouver.The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team said the body was…
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