Patrick Stewart, the legendary British actor who captivated generations as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in ‘Star Trek’ and Professor Charles Xavier in ‘X-Men’, has died.

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The celebrated star’s passing brings an end to an extraordinary career spanning more than six decades across television, film, and theater.

Stewart was 86.

He reportedly died at his Los Angeles home on October 28. A cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.

Born in Yorkshire, England, Stewart established himself as a formidable stage performer before achieving global recognition as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’, which premiered in 1987.

He subsequently brought the beloved character to the big screen and returned decades later for ‘Star Trek: Picard’.

A new generation embraced Stewart when he originated the role of Professor Charles Xavier in 2000’s ‘X-Men’, a character he would reprise across multiple blockbuster movies.

His passing comes just weeks before the December 18 release of ‘Avengers: Doomsday’, which features his return as Professor X. The Marvel blockbuster was previously previewed here on That Grape Juice.

In a poignant July interview with TV Insider, Stewart reflected on his enduring passion for performing, declaring:

“I can’t imagine ever officially ‘retiring.’ I’ll always and forever be an actor.”

Knighted in 2010 for his contributions to drama, Stewart leaves behind a remarkable legacy that extends far beyond his most famous characters.

He is survived by his wife, Sunny Ozell, and his two children.

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