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British actor Patrick Stewart, whose career spanned more than six decades, has died at the age of 86, according to a statement posted on his X account. Stewart became known to generations of audiences through his portrayal of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men film franchise. He was also celebrated for his acclaimed stage work with the Royal Shakespeare Company and a distinguished career in television and film. Tributes are expected from across the worlds of entertainment, theatre and science fiction.


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British actor Patrick Stewart, whose career spanned more than six decades, has died at the age of 86, according to a statement posted on his X account.

Stewart became known to generations of audiences through his portrayal of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men film franchise.

He was also celebrated for his acclaimed stage work with the Royal Shakespeare Company and a distinguished career in television and film.

Tributes are expected from across the worlds of entertainment, theatre and science fiction.