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  2. 11 ways Sir Patrick Stewart won the internet

11 ways Sir Patrick Stewart won the internet

Including meeting Elmo and dressing up as a lobster. Of course.
By Daniel SperlingPublished: 03 February 2014

Sir Patrick Stewart this weekend reminded us why he is king of social networking (or should that be the entire internet?) when he posted this brilliant picture of him performing one-armed press ups as he celebrated the Super Bowl with BFF Sir Ian McKellen.
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Is Sir Patrick the best person on Twitter? Yes, in our opinion. We all know why - we've all seen the amazing pictures. But now it's time to decide once and for all what is the greatest gift he's ever given the online community by voting in our extremely important poll at the bottom of the page. Was Patrick Stewart's best moment...

1. That time when he threw the best New Year's Eve party ever?
Not many people can pull off sparkly, digit-based novelty glasses, but plonk a pair on Patrick and Sir Ian and suddenly they almost look distinguished.

Auld Lang Syne #gogodididonyc @TwoPlaysInRep pic.twitter.com/RkJmTB50my

— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) December 31, 2013


2. That time when he sat on Santa's lap?
This Christmas we asked for more delightful Patrick Stewart moments, and so far, it looks like ole Kris Kringle has come good. Can we also please have a moment of appreciation for the Santa in this picture, who is holding up a fully grown man on each knee. Stronger thighs than a reindeer, that one.

Father Christmas! #gogodididonyc @TwoPlaysInRep pic.twitter.com/9iu0O7xbKx

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— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) December 18, 2013

3. That time he became a lobster?
We don't know where Sir Patrick got a lobster suit, and frankly we don't want to know - we just want to bask in the glory of this picture. Who'd have thought that slipping on a crustacean costume and splashing about in a bath could make a 73-year-old man seem almost adorable? Or thermadorable, even (sorry).

Happy Halloween. pic.twitter.com/ugLBMzAeNF

— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) October 31, 2013

4. That time he declared himself and Sir Ian 'homies'?
It surely can only be a matter of time before we see Ian and P-Stew step out in matching 'Brotha From Anotha' Mutha' tatts?

Coney Souvenir! #gogodididonyc @TwoPlaysInRep pic.twitter.com/0YUN89b1tV

— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) October 2, 2013

5. That time time he met Elmo?
This squealworthy moment brought to you by the letters 'O', 'M' and 'G'.

Elmo! #gogodididonyc @TwoPlaysInRep pic.twitter.com/1NUvjFpyet

— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) September 13, 2013

6. That time he nonchalantly announced his marriage in a ball pool?
Sir Patrick is a man of simple pleasures. When marrying sweetheart Sunny Ozell, did he need a big fat spread paid for by some glossy magazine? No, all he needed was his best pal Sir Ian officiating the ceremony and a dip in a ball pool. Legend.

Yes, married. pic.twitter.com/ZSMnpluSeL

— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) September 8, 2013

7. That time he saw this Star Trek reference?
The Next Generation fans are in need of a total nerdgasm. Patrick, 'make it so'.

pic.twitter.com/3HarOgEm2z

— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) June 11, 2013

8. That time he revealed he went 72 years without eating pizza?
A dubious feat that seems so head-scratchingly impossible it almost has to be admired. A quick learner, though, Patrick has already got the 'correct' NY pizza eating technique down!

My first ever pizza "slice". Please note: the authentic NY fold. pic.twitter.com/X7nWRbftyh

— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) May 29, 2013

9. That time he dressed up in a towel toga?
We will happily bow before Patrickus Stewartus Startrekius. Or attend a frat party with him, whatever.

ALL HAIL @sunnyozell on her birthday. pic.twitter.com/smSw6Wf4

— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) December 23, 2012

10. That time he saw this X-Men reference?
Kinda like the Star Trek one, but this time he made his own joke so we don't have to. Thanks P!

This was taken a while ago but hearing best student Logan is officially on board, it now seems a good time to share. pic.twitter.com/rLc3hfST

— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) December 22, 2012

11. That time he stuck it to the NSA?
Start listening in on Patrick Stewart's conversations and you just might never stop.

I should have never switched to Verizon. #NSA pic.twitter.com/iJLRnfrxH0

— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) June 7, 2013

So, what is Patrick Stewart's top Twitter moment? We know it's like picking between your own children, but have a crack at it below...

Do you agree that Sir Patrick Stewart is the best person on Twitter? Leave your comments below.

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