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Sir Patrick Stewart, legendary Star Trek actor, dies aged 86
Original: Legendary Star Trek actor Sir Patrick Stewart dies aged 86
Sir Patrick Stewart, the British actor best known for playing Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek, has reportedly died at the age of 86. Fellow Star Trek cast member William Shatner paid tribute, describing him as someone who 'stood for the best of us'. Fans worldwide have been sharing tributes to the Yorkshire-born actor, who also famously played Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men films.
Why now: The death of a beloved, globally famous actor prompts an immediate wave of tributes and reaction.
Patrick StewartStar TrekWilliam ShatnerBBC News
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- Legendary Star Trek actor Sir Patrick Stewart dies aged 86 · BBC News
Fellow Star Trek cast member William Shatner describes Sir Patrick as someone who "stood for the best of us".
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