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

(KVIA) -- Sir Patrick Stewart, the actor known for his iconic roles in "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and the "X-Men" movies, died at the age of 86, according to a statement posted to social media Thursday.

The post said Stewart died in his home in Los Angeles on Wednesday "in the loving care of his beloved wife Sunny."

The actor died following a "brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer's Disease and Lewy Body Dementia."

"His professional accomplishments were humbly matched by his philanthropy and activism on behalf of human rights, survivors of domestic violence, global refugees, veterans' mental health services, and animal welfare, particularly his cherished foster pitties," the statement read.

Queen Elizabeth II also dubbed the actor a Knight Bachelor for his services to drama in 2010.

He played Professor Charles Xavier, also known as Professor X, in the "X-Men" film franchise.

Debuting in 1987, Stewart Captain Jean-Luc Picard in "Star Trek: The Next Generation."