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Sir Ian McKellen leads tributes to 'beloved actor' Sir Patrick Stewart after his death at 86

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Sir Ian McKellen and other prominent actors have paid tribute to the late Sir Patrick Stewart, praising his talent, humanity, and professional legacy. The tributes follow the announcement of Stewart's death at age 86.

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Sir Ian McKellen has led tributes to Sir Patrick Stewart following his death at the age of 86, calling him "the most respected and beloved actor of his generation".

Tributes to the renowned British actor have poured in since his death at his Los Angeles home after "a brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy Body Dementia was announced on Thursday.

"He wore his heart on his sleeve, which made him a man to rely on, to admire and, in my case, love," Sir Ian, Sir Patrick's X-Men co-star, said.

Famous for his role as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek, Sir Patrick was a versatile actor who won multiple awards, balancing Hollywood roles and a career in classical theatre.

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