Stewart lands knighthood

Actor Patrick Stewart is to become a 'Sir' - he will receive a knighthood in Queen Elizabeth II's New Year's Honours list.

The 69-year-old star will be honoured for his 50-year acting career, which spans the stage and screen and includes roles in sci-fi TV show Star Trek: The Next Generation and comic book blockbuster franchise X-Men.

Stewart follows in the footsteps of another legendary actor, Sir Christoper Lee, who received his knighthood in October (09).

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