Sir Patrick Stewart, Star Trek and X-Men Legend, Dies at 86

Sir Patrick Stewart, the legendary British actor whose commanding presence, unmistakable voice, and remarkable talent made him one of the most beloved performers in science fiction and comic book cinema, has died at the age of 86. Stewart passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at his Los Angeles home, surrounded by loved ones. His longtime spokesperson, Kelly Bush Novak, confirmed that the actor had experienced Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. His wife, Sunny Ozell, was by his side. For generations of fans, Stewart will forever be remembered as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men film franchise. Yet his extraordinary career extended far beyond those iconic roles, encompassing more than six decades of performances in theater, television, film, and voice acting. His death took place just three days after original series star Walter Koenig passed away. Born July 13, 1940, in Mirfield, West Yorkshire, England, Patrick Stewart grew up in a working-class household. He discovered acting at an early age and eventually trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. His theatrical career flourished when he joined...