A look back at what motivated Sir Patrick Stewart to take on the role of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek, following the news of his death aged 86. It was announced on his social media that the legendary actor has died after a 'brief and poignant journey' with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia. In this interview from 1995, Sir Patrick revealed he expected to play a very different role on the iconic sci-fi show and that he's always struggled with the Vulcan salute. #uk #Scotland #news #startrek #sirpatrickstewart #patrickstewart - @stvnews