Eye Opener: Patrick Stewart dies at 86

Patrick Stewart, the renowned British actor known for his iconic roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and Professor Charles Xavier in the "X-Men" franchise, died on Wednesday at the age of 86. He passed away at his home in Los Angeles, surrounded by family and friends under the care of his wife, Sunny. According to a statement shared on Stewart's Instagram, he had been battling Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia for a brief period before his death. The announcement highlighted the profound emotional impact that Stewart had on those around him, describing an atmosphere filled with music, prayer, tears, laughter, and deep devotion during his final days.