{
  "id": 17353479,
  "title": "Patrick Stewart had a ‘powerful’, abusive father. Captain Jean-Luc Picard was his response",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/patrick-stewart-had-a-powerful-abusive-father-captain-jean-luc-picard",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-31T06:24:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/patrick-stewart-abusive-father-captain-jean-luc-picard-response-10944579/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Patrick Stewart, the renowned actor who passed away at the age of 86, was remembered for his powerful performances and his personal experience of growing up with an abusive father. Born in 1940 in Mirfield, West Yorkshire, Stewart left school at 15 due to poverty. His childhood was marked by domestic violence, which he described in later years as his father being a powerful man who got what he wanted. Despite this difficult upbringing, Stewart went on to become a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, known for his portrayal of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation and its subsequent films, as well as Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men franchise. He received numerous accolades for his work, including Emmy nominations for his roles in Frasier and Extras. However, Stewart's most significant contribution, according to the article, was not his on-screen performances but his own life experiences. As a Royal Shakespeare Company actor before achieving widespread fame, Stewart brought his own brand of power to his roles, which was rooted in patience and deliberation rather than aggression. This approach was reflected in his portrayal of Picard, who often opted for peaceful solutions rather than violence, even when faced with challenging situations. The article draws parallels between Stewart's approach to power and India's non-alignment policy during the Cold War, highlighting the value of restraint and diplomacy in resolving conflicts. Stewart's life and work serve as a reminder that true power lies not in the ability to strike first, but in the capacity to think critically and make reasoned decisions.",
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      {
        "outlet": "CBS News",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/looking-back-at-patrick-stewarts-legendary-career",
        "published": "2026-10-29T23:31:24.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "Patrick Stewart dies at 86, months after vowing he would never retire — Avengers Doomsday will be his final role",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/patrick-stewart-dies-at-86-months-after-vowing-he-would-never-retire",
        "published": "2026-10-30T02:49:49.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "CBC News",
        "title": "5 unforgettable Patrick Stewart performances as Jean-Luc Picard",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/5-unforgettable-patrick-stewart-performances-as-jean-luc-picard",
        "published": "2026-10-30T14:53:21.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}