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The world mourns the passing of 'Star Trek's' Patrick Stewart with a galaxy of tearful tributes

The world mourns the passing of 'Star Trek's' Patrick Stewart with a galaxy of tearful tributes
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Tributes are pouring in following reports of the death of actor Sir Patrick Stewart at age 86. Renowned for his portrayal of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and Professor Charles Xavier in the "X-Men" franchise, Stewart had a distinguished career spanning stage, television, and film. Friends and colleagues, including Ian McKellen, William Shatner, Akiva Goldsman, Jonathan Frakes, and Marina Sirtis, shared heartfelt messages praising his intelligence, warmth, and artistic legacy. Stewart's final screen performance is scheduled for "Avengers: Doomsday."

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The excerpt reports the death of Sir Patrick Stewart based on social media posts cited in the text; independent official confirmation from his family or official representatives is required.

a starship captain on the bridge of a spaceship
Patrick Stewart as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek: First Contact." (Image credit: Paramount) (Image credit: Paramount)
two men playing a game of chess in a glass room
Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellan in 2000's "X-Men." (Image credit: 20th Century Studios) (Image credit: 20th Century Studios)
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Patrick Stewart and William Shatner star in 1994's "Star Trek: Generations." (Image credit: Paramount) (Image credit: Paramount)

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