Legendary actor Patrick Stewart has died at age 86 after battling Alzheimer's disease. Stewart is best known for his roles as Professor Charles Xavier in the 'X-Men' film series and as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in the series and films of 'Star Trek: The Next Generation.' 'We announce with great sadness the passing of Sir Patrick Stewart yesterday at his home in Los Angeles,' read the official statement from his family. 'He was in the loving care of his beloved wife Sunny, after a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer's disease and dementia.'

