What is Lewy body dementia? About the condition Patrick Stewart had

Sir Patrick Stewart passed away yesterday at his home in Los Angeles at age 86. The British actor died in October 2026 following a private battle with Alzheimer s disease and Lewy body dementia, which is described as a progressive brain disorder. The announcement regarding his death was shared via the actor s Instagram page, stating that he passed away while in the loving care of his family. He had previously discussed his experiences with the condition.