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Patrick Stewart, star of stage and 'Star Trek,' dies at 86

Patrick Stewart, star of stage and 'Star Trek,' dies at 86

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Summary

Actor Patrick Stewart died Wednesday in Los Angeles at age 86. His spokesperson said he had lived with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. Stewart was known for stage performances and for playing Jean-Luc Picard in “Star Trek” and Charles Xavier in the “X-Men” films.

Key Facts

  • Stewart was 86 when he died.
  • He died Wednesday in Los Angeles.
  • His spokesperson said he had experienced Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia.
  • Stewart played Captain Jean-Luc Picard in “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and related films.
  • He played Professor Charles Xavier in the “X-Men” films.
  • His stage roles included Claudius and Macbeth.
  • He performed in “No Man’s Land” and “Waiting for Godot” alongside Ian McKellen.
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