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Legendary actor Patrick Stewart dies at 86

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Legendary actor Patrick Stewart dies at 86. (2026, October 29). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/patrick-stewart-dies-age-86/

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CBS News · collected 2026-10-29

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Sir Patrick Stewart, famous for roles in "Star Trek," "X-Men," and other notable productions, passed away at age 86 after living with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia. His representatives announced the news of his death.
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Patrick Stewart, a beloved British actor famous for his roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in *Star Trek: The Next Generation* and Professor Charles Xavier in the *X-Men* films, died on Wednesday at the age of 86. According to a statement shared on his Instagram account, Stewart passed away in his Los Angeles home after battling Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia. He was surrounded by family and friends, including his wife Sunny, who provided care during his final days. The actor's death marks the end of an illustrious career spanning decades and multiple cultural milestones.

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Beloved "Star Trek" and "X-Men" actor Sir Patrick Stewart has died at 86 following a battle with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia, his representatives said.
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Beloved "Star Trek" and "X-Men" actor Sir Patrick Stewart has died at 86 following a battle with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia, his representatives said. asserted
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