Patrick Stewart

Actor known for Star Trek and X-Men

Patrick Stewart - Actor known for Star Trek and X-Men
Born

July 13th, 1940
84 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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An English actor, director, and producer, this individual gained prominence through a prolific career in theatre and film. Training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art led to early successes in British theatre, particularly with the Royal Shakespeare Company. The portrayal of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in the television series 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' garnered significant acclaim and became an iconic role within science fiction. In film, portrayal of Professor Charles Xavier in the 'X-Men' series contributed to a successful crossover between theatre and popular cinema. In addition to these roles, involvement in various stage productions and voice acting further expanded his career.

Portrayed Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation

Portrayed Professor Charles Xavier in X-Men series

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