Special Episode: Patrick Stewart

On October 28, 2026, Sir Patrick Stewart — the commanding British actor whose unmistakable voice, classical training, and quiet authority made him one of the most beloved performers of his generation — died after a brief battle with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia at the age of 86. Stewart spent more than six decades building an extraordinary career across stage, film, and television, rising to worldwide fame as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation before reaching another generation as Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men franchise. From his years performing Shakespeare with the Royal Shakespeare Company to the bridge of the Enterprise and the halls of Xavier’s School for Gifted Youngsters, Stewart brought intelligence, humanity, wit, and remarkable gravitas to every role — leaving behind a body of work that made him an enduring figure in both classical theater and popular culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices