Actor Patrick Stewart Dies at 86 After Battle with Alzheimer's and Lewy Body Dementia
Sir Patrick Stewart, the acclaimed British actor known for his roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Professor Charles Xavier in X-Men, died at 86 at his Los Angeles home. His death followed a brief battle with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia, which had not been publicly disclosed. Stewart's career spanned over six decades, including distinguished Shakespearean theatre work and iconic film and television roles. Tributes poured in from colleagues and fans worldwide, highlighting his talent, warmth, and lasting legacy. His final film appearance will be in Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday, set for release in December 2026.
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news18 broke this story on 30 Oct, 06:15 am. Other outlets followed.