William Shatner

William Shatner, a Canadian actor with a career spanning seven decades, is best known for his portrayal of James T. Kirk in the Star Trek franchise, from the 1966 television series to the 1994 film Star Trek Generations. Beyond Star Trek, he has starred in television series like T. J. Hooker and Boston Legal, earning Emmy Awards for his role as Denny Crane. Shatner has also ventured into comedy with shows like 3rd Rock from the Sun and reality television. His diverse output includes novels, a series of science fiction books adapted for TV, and even a recording career characterized by dramatic vocal renditions of pop songs. In 2021, at 90, he became the oldest person to fly into space aboard Blue Origin's NS-18.