Sir Patrick Stewart dies at 86 after battle with Alzheimer’s and Lewy body dementia

 Sir Patrick Stewart, the celebrated British actor known for Star Trek: The Next Generation and the X-Men franchise, has died at 86 at his Los Angeles home, according to a family statement. His death follows a battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. The acclaimed actor leaves behind a six-decade legacy across theatre, television and cinema. Sir Patrick Stewart, the celebrated British actor known for Star Trek: The Next Generation and the X-Men franchise, has died at 86 at his Los Angeles home, according to a family statement. His death follows a battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia. The acclaimed actor leaves behind a six-decade legacy across theatre, television and cinema.