Star Trek actor Sir Patrick Stewart dies aged 86

The actor Sir Patrick Stewart who starred in X-Men and Star Trek has died at his home in Los Angeles, aged 86. His death followed a “brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia”, it has been announced on his social media. His spokesperson Kelly Bush Novak said: “He has been held in the warm embrace of family and friends, surrounded by live music, prayer, tears, laughter and the kind of profound emotion that only he could inspire after a lifetime of devotion to us all.” “We will forever cherish the peaceful ease and reflection on his face, an enduring reminder of his invincible grace.” This is a breaking news story and is being updated. EXPLORE MORE ON THE TOPICS IN THIS STORY