By Ahmed Abdelsalam
Actor Patrick Stewart, best known for his roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men film series, has died at the age of 86.
The British actor's career spanned more than six decades across stage, television, and film. He received multiple award nominations including Emmy, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild honors for his portrayal of Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation and subsequent films.
Stewart's work with the Royal Shakespeare Company established him as a leading classical actor before his transition to screen roles brought him global recognition. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2010 for services to drama.
