Date of Birth: July 13, 1940
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Sir Patrick Stewart is an acclaimed English actor born on July 13, 1940, in Mirfield, West Yorkshire, England. He is renowned for his versatile acting skills, both on stage and screen. Stewart’s career began on the British stage with the Royal Shakespeare Company, where he honed his craft in classical theatre. His breakthrough in television came with his iconic role as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in the television series “Star Trek: The Next Generation” (1987-1994), a role he reprised in subsequent “Star Trek” films and the series “Star Trek: Picard” (2020). In addition to his “Star Trek” fame, Stewart is well-known for his role as Professor Charles Xavier in the “X-Men” film series. His deep, authoritative voice and commanding presence have made him a favorite in both dramatic and genre roles. Stewart has also lent his voice to various animated series and films, including “American Dad!” and “The Prince of Egypt.” In recognition of his contributions to drama, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2010. Beyond his professional life, Stewart is an advocate for various social causes, including domestic violence awareness and the rights of veterans.
5 Interesting Facts about Patrick Stewart
1. Patrick Stewart was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2010 for his services to drama.
2. He is an advocate for domestic violence awareness, influenced by his own childhood experiences.
3. Stewart did not get his first major film role until he was nearly 50 years old.
4. He has voiced numerous animated characters, including Avery Bullock in “American Dad!”.
5. Patrick Stewart is an avid supporter of the Huddersfield Town A.F.C., a football club based in his hometown.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Patrick Stewart
1. “The only still center of my life is the theatre.”
2. “One of the things that happens as you get older is that you discover lots of things you thought you never would have done.”
3. “I am not a hero. I am not a saint. I am just a man doing my job.”
4. “It is possible to commit no mistakes and still lose. That is not a weakness; that is life.”
5. “The work that you do is only a part of your life. The rest is your family, your friends, your hobbies, and your passion.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Patrick Stewart’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $70 million.
Children
Patrick Stewart has two children from his first marriage to Sheila Falconer: a son named Daniel and a daughter named Sophia.
Relevant Links
1. [Patrick Stewart IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001772/
2. [Patrick Stewart Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick_Stewart
3. [Patrick Stewart Twitter](https://twitter.com/SirPatStew
4. [Patrick Stewart on Star Trek](https://www.startrek.com/database_article/stewart
