Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:19am on 30 Oct 2026,Friday Entertainment
Veteran British actor Sir Patrick Stewart, best known for portraying Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men franchise, has died at the age of 86. He passed away at his Los Angeles home on Wednesday, October 28, following a brief battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia, his spokesperson confirmed. Stewart enjoyed a career spanning more than six decades, earning recognition for his Shakespearean theatre performances and iconic screen roles. Knighted in 2010 for services to drama, he continued acting until 2026. His death prompted tributes from colleagues and fans worldwide. (PC: X)
