By Islam El-Sakka
Sir Patrick Stewart, the classically trained British actor renowned for his roles in "Star Trek" and the "X-Men" film series, died Wednesday at his home in Los Angeles at the age of 86. His longtime spokesperson announced Thursday that the cause was a brief battle with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia.
Final Project: Shakespeare's Sonnets
In the months before his death, Stewart recorded an album of William Shakespeare's complete sonnets. He promoted the project on his Instagram account in April and May of this year, discussing his lifelong love for the Bard's work in what became his final public appearance.
Distinguished Career
Stewart's career spanned stage, television, and film. A celebrated Shakespearean actor with the Royal Shakespeare Company, he gained global fame as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and as Professor Charles Xavier in the "X-Men" franchise. He received numerous honors, including a knighthood in 2010.
