Patrick Stewart passes away
Patrick Stewart passes away: There is an atmosphere of mourning in Hollywood today. Veteran actor Patrick Stewart, best known for his performances in films like 'Star Trek' and 'X-Men', has died at the age of 86. He breathed his last on October 28 at his residence in Los Angeles.
Stewart had been suffering from Alzheimer's and Lewy body dementia for some time. His longtime spokeswoman Kelly Bush Novak confirmed the sad news. His family and close people were with him in his last moments.
Last moments spent with family
According to a statement from the family, Stewart spent his final days with his loved ones, surrounded by music, prayers, tears and laughter. Instead of sending flowers, the family has asked for donations to be made to the Johns Hopkins Alzheimer's Research Center and the Alzheimer's Foundation of America.
Artists paid tribute
Fellow artists also paid tribute to him. Hugh Jackman, who played Wolverine in 'X-Men', said he learned a lot from Stewart. William Shatner, Captain Kirk of 'Star Trek', described him as a friend and a wonderful actor. Marvel Studios honored and commemorated the character of Professor Xavier.
family memories
Stewart is survived by his wife, Sunny Ozell, who is a singer. This was his third marriage. He has two children, Daniel and Sophia, with his first wife, actress Sheila Faulkner.
Career spanning six decades
His career spanned nearly six decades. He became most famous for his role as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in 'Star Trek: The Next Generation', which ran from 1987 to 1994. His powerful voice and way of delivering dialogues became his identity.
journey from stage to screen
He worked for a long time with the Royal Shakespeare Company and moved to Broadway in 1971. He also acted in plays like 'Macbeth' and 'Hamlet'. He was honored with Laurence Olivier and Grammy Awards. He also received a knighthood in 2010. His last film 'Avengers: Doomsday' will release in India on December 17.
Stewart will be last seen in Marvel's 'Avengers: Doomsday', which will be released in India on December 17. After his demise, watching this film can be an emotional experience for fans.