Patrick Stewart’s cause of death: What we know about the ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ star’s demise

Patrick Stewart, the celebrated actor known for playing Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek and Professor Charles Xavier in X-Men has died at the age of 86. Patrick Stewart's death marks the loss of a performer whose career spanned theater, television and film. Stewart died at his home in Los Angeles on Wednesday, according to his longtime spokesperson, Kelly Bush Novak. His family and friends were with him during his final days.

Patrick Stewart’s cause of death

Stewart died following “a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia,” according to a statement released by Bush Novak on Thursday, October 29. The statement described his final moments as being surrounded by loved ones, music and prayer.


“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,” Bush Novak wrote.

She added, “We will forever cherish the peaceful ease and reflection on his face, an enduring reminder of his invincible grace.”

Stewart’s death came after a career that made him one of the most recognized faces in science fiction. His work also included decades of classical theater, where he developed the commanding style that later became part of his screen identity. The information is based on reports by PEOPLE and The Hollywood Reporter.

How did Patrick Stewart become a Star Trek icon

Stewart developed an early interest in acting. According to The Guardian, an English teacher introduced him to Shakespeare. This helped shape his interest in theater. Stewart trained at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. Made his professional stage debut in 1959. Stewart's screen career included an appearance on Coronation Street in 1967.

Stewart's major breakthrough came in 1987 when Stewart began playing Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation. Although creator Gene Roddenberry initially doubted the casting, Stewart eventually won the role. Led the series through seven seasons.



He later returned as Picard in four films and the series Star Trek: Picard. Stewart's achievements extended beyond those franchises. Stewart won a Grammy in 1996 for narrating Peter and the Wolf. Received a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II in 2010 for his contributions to drama.