By Salma El-Sakka
Actor Patrick Stewart, best known for his roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and Professor Charles Xavier in the "X-Men" film franchise, has died at the age of 86, his family announced Thursday.
Cause of Death
Stewart died after what his family described as a "brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia, according to a statement posted on his social media accounts.
Career Highlights
The British actor's career spanned more than six decades, earning him critical acclaim for his stage work with the Royal Shakespeare Company before achieving global fame in science fiction television and film.
