Patrick Stewart, 'Star Trek' and 'X-Men' star, dead at 86
Actor Patrick Stewart, famous for his roles in Star Trek and X-Men, has died at 86. His family announced he passed away at home following a brief struggle with Alzheimer's and Lewy Body Dementia.
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The loss of a highly influential actor marks the end of a career that spanned decades of theater, television, and film, impacting multiple generations of fans.
Patrick Stewart at the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards in 2021. Rich Fury/Getty Images Actor Patrick Stewart has died at 86. His rep announced he died after "a brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's and Lewy Body Dementia. Stewart was known for his stage work and roles in "Star Trek" and "X-Men." Legendary actor Patrick Stewart , known for his roles in the " Star Trek " franchise and " X-Men " films, has died at age 86. A post on his official Instagram page announced Steward died at his Los Angeles home Wednesday "in the loving care of his beloved wife Sunny, following a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer's Disease and Lewy Body Dementia."
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