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Sir Patrick Stewart: A life in pictures
Watch: The life of legendary actor Sir Patrick Stewart
Legendary actor Sir Patrick Stewart rose from humble beginnings in his native Yorkshire to become a global superstar whose work became immortalised portraying characters on some of the most popular sci-fi franchises in history.
The star, who won acclaim on both stages and screens, died at his home in Los Angeles on Thursday after a career that spanned more than seven decades. He was 86.
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Born in 1940, his mother was a textile worker and his father was a former military officer whose experience during the wartime evacuation of Dunkirk had a profound impact on his mental health.
Baby Patrick seen being held by his Aunt Dolly. He is seen with his mother (right) and brothers Trevor (left) and Geoff
He grew up poor, and later spoke to journalists about witnessing his mother being abused by his father.
Stewart (right) pictured with his brother Trevor and his mother, circa 1945