Star Trek And X-Men Actor Sir Patrick Stewart Dies Age 86

The actor passed away at his home on Wednesday evening.

Sir Patrick Stewart, famed for his roles in Star Trek and X-Men, has passed away at the age of 86.

A statement shared to the late actor’s social media accounts announced the star’s passing following a short battle with Alzheimer’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia.

“We announce with great sorrow the passing of Sir Patrick Stewart yesterday at his home in Los Angeles, in the loving care of his beloved wife Sunny, following a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia,” it reads.

“He has been held in the warm embrace of family and friends, surrounded by live music, prayer, tears, laughter, and the kind of........

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