Acclaimed actor Sir Patrick Stewart died on October 28 at the age of 86, his family announced on October 29. Stewart had been living with Alzheimer's Disease and Lewy Body Dementia.
His family released a statement on social media, stating, "He has been held in the warm embrace of family and friends, surrounded by live music, prayer, tears, laughter and the kind of profound emotion that only he could inspire after a lifetime of devotion to us all. We will forever cherish the peaceful ease and reflection on his face, an enduring reminder of his invincible grace."
Stewart, a veteran of British theater, rose to international stardom with his portrayal of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation. He reprised the role in subsequent films and the streaming series Picard.
He also famously took on the role of Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men film franchise, beginning with the 2000 movie X-Men. Stewart's final screen appearance will be in the upcoming MCU film Avengers: Doomsday.
Born July 13, 1940, in Mirfield, Yorkshire, England, Stewart's extensive filmography includes roles in Excalibur, Dune, Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Green Room, and American Dad. He also performed a celebrated one-man stage production of A Christmas Carol, which was adapted into a television film.
Beyond his live-action work, Stewart lent his voice to characters in video games such as Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, Forgotten Realms: Demon Stone, Lands of Lore: The Throne of Chaos, and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.
In lieu of flowers, his family has requested memorial contributions be made to the Johns Hopkins Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center Fund and the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Caregiver Resources.