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Last broadcast on Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 02:05 on BBC World Service (see all broadcasts).
Synopsis
Sir Patrick Stewart has an acting career spanning more than 50 years.
He was an accomplished Shakepearean actor when he took on the role of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation which brought him international acclaim.
He talks to Sarah Montague about his decision to join the Star Trek cast and why it wasn't supposed to be successful.
He also recalls his childhood where family rows often resulted in his mother becoming a victim of domestic violence.
Sir Patrick is now a patron of the charity Refuge which helps victims of domestic violence.
(Picture: Sir Patrick Stewart. Credit: AFP)
Broadcasts
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Wed 25 Jan 201209:05
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Wed 25 Jan 201212:05
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Wed 25 Jan 201216:05
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Wed 25 Jan 201220:05
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Thu 26 Jan 201202:05
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