As I'm sure you're all now already aware, legendary British actor Sir Patrick Stewart has died, aged 86. His Instagram account announced the news yesterday, saying he died at home in Los Angeles surrounded by friends and family, following "a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer's Disease and Lewy Body Dementia". Read more
Games industry honours beloved actor Sir Patrick Stewart, as the legendary Star Trek and X-Men actor passes away

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