Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ actor, dies at 86

(CNN, KYMA) - Legendary British stage and screen actor sir Patrick Stewart has died at age 86.

A statement from his spokesperson was posted to social media. It said Stewart passed away Wednesday at his Los Angeles home after a brief battle with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia.

Stewart is best known for his role as Capt. Jean-Luc Picard in the long-running "Star Trek" television series and film installments.

He also played Professor Charles Xavier in the "X-Men" films.

Stewart's final on-screen performance is in Marvel Studios' "Avengers: Doomsday," reprising his role as Charles Xavier, which comes out in December.

His work across television and film earned him multiple Emmy, Golden Globe and SAG Award nominations. Stewart also won three Olivier Awards and was a Tony Award nominee for his stage roles.

Stewart is survived by his third wife, sunny, and two adult children.

Flowers are being placed on Stewart's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. To watch the livestream of it, see attached video.