British actor Patrick Stewart has died, he portrayed Captain Picard in Star Trek

British actor Patrick Stewart, known for his roles as Captain Picard in Star Trek and Professor X in X-Men, passed away at 86 after battling Alzheimer's and Lewy body dementia. His spokesperson announced his death, stating he died peacefully at home in Los Angeles. Stewart had a distinguished career in theater, particularly in Shakespearean roles, and gained fame through Star Trek: The Next Generation, which aired from 1987 to 1994. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2010 and served as an ambassador for the International Rescue Committee. Stewart's portrayal of Picard spanned 176 episodes and several films, and he began playing Professor X in 2000, continuing in multiple sequels.