What Patrick Stewart’s ‘brief’ dementia journey reveals about lifespans after diagnosis
⟶ Patrick Stewart recently spoke about a brief experience with dementia. Members of the Star Trek cast and Ian McKellen are remembering Stewart. Saturday Night Live paid tribute to Stewart with a clip from his 1994 episode.
How Sir Ian McKellen and Star Trek cast members are remembering Sir Patrick Stewart. ‘SNL’ Pays Tribute To Patrick Stewart With Clip From His 1994 Episode.
Why it matters
Stewart's brief experience with dementia has prompted discussions about lifespans after diagnosis. Colleagues and a television show have used his experiences as a point of remembrance and tribute.