Patrick Stewart is now Sir Patrick Stewart

http://www.upi.com/Entertainment_News/Movies/2010/06/02/Queen-knights-Patrick-Stewart/UPI-62641275513151/

Actor Patrick Stewart was knighted Wednesday by the Queen of England at London's Buckingham Palace, officials said.

Stewart, 69, is best known for his work in the "Star Trek: The Next Generation" film and TV franchises, as well as three "X-Men" movies. He is also a noted stage actor.

Upon receiving the knighthood, Stewart credited "literally everything" he has accomplished to English teacher Cecil Dormand, who first encouraged him to perform, the BBC reported.

"Although many people in my life have had great influence on me, without this man none of it would have happened," Stewart said. "He was the one that put a copy of Shakespeare in my hand (and) said, 'Now get up on your feet and perform.'"

He sees everything.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fg_cwI1Xj4M&feature=related

Then recently saw him in the new BBC production of Hamlet with David Tennant. It was brilliant!

I love both of those men and have no doubt that Tennant will eventually also be a "Sir".

And he was just great, a joy to watch. Just a spiffy night of theater, and actually my favorite Christmas Carol ever.

Here's to you, Sir Patrick! :toast:

Seeing him in The Tempest, during Shakespeare in the Park, years ago, is one of my best memories.

:D