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

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Serna, V. (2026, October 29). Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ star, dead at 86. New York Post. https://pagesix.com/2026/10/29/celebrity-news/patrick-stewart-star-trek-and-x-men-star-dead-at-dead/

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Patrick Stewart, the renowned actor known for his roles in "Star Trek" and "X-Men," has died at age 86 after a brief illness with Alzheimer’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia. The actor passed away on Wednesday at his home in Los Angeles, surrounded by family, friends, and music. His loved ones issued an emotional statement highlighting the peace and grace he maintained until the end.

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Patrick Stewart, the renowned British actor famous for his roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek" and Professor X in the "X-Men" franchise, died on Wednesday at the age of 86 in his home in Los Angeles. His death was confirmed through a statement shared on his Instagram by his wife, Sunny, who said he passed after a brief battle with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia. Stewart was celebrated for his profound contributions to both stage and screen, including performances in Shakespearean plays and leading roles in iconic sci-fi series. His warmth and grace were noted in the statement as he was surrounded by family, friends, live music, prayer, and laughter during his final days.

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🔮 The actor passed away following a brief battle with Alzheimer’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia at his Los Angeles home on Wednesday, according to an Instagram statement. “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,” the statement read.

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“We will forever cherish the peaceful ease and reflection on his face, an enduring reminder of his invincible grace,” the statement continued.

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The actor passed away following a brief battle with Alzheimer’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia at his Los Angeles home on Wednesday, according to an Instagram statement. “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,” the statement read. uncertain

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“We will forever cherish the peaceful ease and reflection on his face, an enduring reminder of his invincible grace,” the statement continued. asserted

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

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