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Patrick Stewart, 'Star Trek' and 'X-Men' star, dies at 86

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Sir Patrick Stewart, the British stage and screen actor, has died at the age of 86. The announcement was made on his social media accounts: he died on October 28 at his home in Los Angeles, surrounded by family, after a "brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia. Stewart was known for his roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek: The Next Generation" (1987–1994) and Professor Charles Xavier in the "X-Men" films. He was also a major figure in British theatre, having played dozens of classical roles, including Othello, Macbeth, and Mark Antony. Colleagues and friends paid tribute: Ian McKellen called him "the most respected and beloved actor," and Hugh Jackman and William Shatner also honored him. According to Forbes, Marvel confirmed that Stewart's 26-year run as Professor X will end with "Avengers: Doomsday." Players of Star Trek Online are holding public vigils in memory of the actor. Outlets note that his character Picard inspired generations of scientists. Some media, including O Globo, recall that Stewart in his later years regretted being estranged from his children.

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  1. · CBS News (outlet profile)

    Sir Patrick Stewart on "Star Trek" and sonnets. The Shakespearean actor most recognized for his performances in the sci-fi franchises "X-Men" and "Star Trek" talks about playing Captain Jean Luc Picard, and how he sough…

  2. · Exame (outlet profile)

    Morre Patrick Stewart, ator de 'X-men' e 'Star Trek', aos 86 anos. Falecimento do artista britânico foi anunciado nas redes sociais

  3. · Exame (outlet profile)

    Patrick Stewart: o que é a demência com corpos de Lewy, que afetou ator de 'X-men' e 'Star Trek'. Condição compromete o pensamento, o comportamento e os movimentos; tratamento busca controlar os sintomas

  4. · Exame (outlet profile)

    Morte de Patrick Stewart: último filme do ator estreia ainda neste ano; saiba qual. Filme está previsto para chegar aos cinemas brasileiros em dezembro

  5. · The Hollywood Reporter (outlet profile)

    Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ Captain and ‘X-Men’ Superhero, Dies at 86. He’s forever known for playing Jean-Luc Picard and Charles Xavier, whom he “admired for their morality, for their kindness, for their sensitivity,…

  6. · G1 (outlet profile)

    Patrick Stewart, astro de 'Star Trek' e 'X-Men', morre aos 86 anos. Patrick Stewart chega ao Emmy 2021 Rich Fury/Getty Images North America/Getty Images via AFP Morreu nesta quarta-feira (28) Patrick Stewart, ator que v…

  7. · Sky News (outlet profile)

    Star Trek and X-Men actor Sir Patrick Stewart dies. Star Trek and X-Men actor Sir Patrick Stewart has died after a "brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer's".

  8. · Sky News (outlet profile)

    'One of the greats' - Star Trek and X-Men star Sir Patrick Stewart dies. Star Trek and X-Men actor Sir Patrick Stewart has died after a "brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's and dementia.

  9. · Sky News (outlet profile)

    'One of the greats' - Star Trek and X-Men actor Sir Patrick Stewart dies. Star Trek and X-Men actor Sir Patrick Stewart has died after a "brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's and dementia.

  10. · Ura.news (outlet profile)

    Скончалась легенда «Людей Икс». Скончался актер Патрик Стюарт.

  11. · The New York Times (outlet profile)

    Patrick Stewart, Captain Picard on ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation,’ Dies. The British actor was 86. He achieved pop-culture stardom as Capt. Jean-Luc Picard on “Star Trek: The Next Generation.”

  12. · TrendWatching (outlet profile)

    Ушёл и жизни ПРОФЕССОР ИКС — СМИ сообщают о смерти британского актёра Патрика Стюарта, легендарного Чарльза Ксавьера из «Людей Икс». F легенде — ❤️

  13. · Медийка (outlet profile)

    Умер Патрик Стюарт — актёр из серии фильмов «Люди Икс». Ему было 86 лет. ⚫️ Попасть в Медийку

  14. · Московская Хроника (outlet profile)

    ⚡️Умер Патрик Стюарт — исполнитель роли профессора Икс в «Людях Икс».

  15. · Fontanka.ru (outlet profile)

    Умер Патрик Стюарт из фильма «Люди Икс»

  16. · Дождь (tvrain.tv) (outlet profile)

    Умер актер Патрик Стюарт. Об этом сообщается в соцсетях артиста.

  17. · BNO News (outlet profile)

    BREAKING: Patrick Stewart, best known as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Charles Xavier in X-Men, has died at 86

  18. · Lenta.ru (outlet profile)

    Умер Патрик Стюарт

  19. · Ateo Breaking (outlet profile)

    ⚡Умер актер Патрик Стюарт Звезде «Людец Икс» было 86 лет.

  20. · Baza (outlet profile)

    Умер Патрик Стюарт в возрасте 86 лет. Актёр прославился ролями капитана Жан-Люка Пикара в «Звёздном пути» и профессора Чарльза Ксавьера во франшизе «Люди Икс». BAZA в Telegram BAZA в MAX

  21. · Коммерсантъ (outlet profile)

    Умер Патрик Стюарт. Британский актер театра и кино сэр Патрик Стюарт умер в возрасте 86 лет. О смерти актера сообщила его пресс-секретарь Келли Буш Новак, передает The Hollywood reporter.

  22. · Variety (outlet profile)

    Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’s’ Captain Picard and ‘X-Men’s’ Charles Xavier, Dies at 86. Patrick Stewart, the bald-headed English actor with impressive stage and film credits who will nevertheless be remembered most for…

  23. · Rolling Stone (outlet profile)

    Patrick Stewart, Beloved ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ Actor, Dead at 86. "We will forever cherish the peaceful ease and reflection on his face, an enduring reminder of his invincible grace"

  24. · Осторожно, новости (outlet profile)

    В возрасте 86 лет умер актер Патрик Стюарт.

  25. · Москва Live (outlet profile)

    🕊️Умер Патрик Стюарт — ему было 86 лет. Это легендарный британский актёр, известный по ролям профессора Чарльза Ксавьера в «Людях Икс» и капитана Жан-Люка Пикара в «Звёздном пути». 😄— Подписаться

  26. · New York Post (outlet profile)

    Beloved ‘Star Trek’ actor Patrick Stewart dead at 86. The tragic news was announced on the star's social media platforms on Thursday afternoon.

  27. · Mash (outlet profile)

    Умер Патрик Стюарт — звезда "Людей Икс" и "Звёздного пути", актёру было 86 лет. Стюарт сыграл профессора Чарльза Ксавьера, также известного как Профессор Икс, в "Людях Икс" и капитана Жана-Люка Пикара в "Звёздном пути".…

  28. · M24.ru (outlet profile)

    Умер британский актер Патрик Стюарт. Ему было 86 лет

  29. · New York Post (outlet profile)

    Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’, star dead at 86. He was 86.

  30. · News.ru (outlet profile)

    Известный по роли профессора Ксавьера в «Людях Икс» актер скончался. Британский актер Патрик Стюарт, известный ролями Чарльза Ксавьера и капитана Жан-Люка Пикара, скончался в возрасте 86 лет.

Factual core

  • Actor Patrick Stewart died at the age of 86.
  • Patrick Stewart died following a battle with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia.
  • Patrick Stewart's death was announced in a post on his social media accounts.
  • Tributes are being paid to Patrick Stewart following his death.

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