Sir Ian McKellen leads tributes to 'beloved actor' Sir Patrick Stewart after his death at 86
Summary
Actor Sir Patrick Stewart has died at 86 from Alzheimer’s disease. Known for roles including Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Professor X in X-Men, he had a seven-decade career spanning classical theatre, film and television.Key Facts
- Sir Ian McKellen called Stewart the most respected and beloved actor of his generation.
- Stewart played Captain Jean-Luc Picard in more than 170 Star Trek episodes from 1987 to 1994, four films and the series Star Trek: Picard from 2020 to 2023.
- Stewart joined the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1966 and performed in productions including King John, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Henry IV.
- William Shatner, George Takei and Hugh Jackman shared tributes to Stewart.
- Marvel Studios described Stewart as a singular talent and generous collaborator.
- Huddersfield Town, the football club Stewart supported, called him a titan of his craft.
- Stewart was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2010.
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