Sir Patrick Stewart Dies at 86 After Brief Battle with Alzheimer’s Disease
Sir Patrick Stewart has passed away at the age of 86.
The announcement was made on his Instagram account, revealing the cause of death.
Patrick Stewart’s Cause of Death Confirmed
The late actor passed on Wednesday (October 28) after a battle with Alzheimer’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia.
“In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Johns Hopkins Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center Fund and Alzheimer’s Foundation of America,” a post seen on his Instagram account read. It is said his battle was “brief.”
“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,” his rep said (via THR). “We will forever cherish the peaceful ease and reflection on his face, an enduring reminder of his invincible grace.”
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