William Shatner

Date of Birth: March 22, 1931

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Biography

William Shatner is a Canadian actor, author, producer, and director who is best known for his iconic role as Captain James T. Kirk in the “Star Trek” franchise. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Shatner began his career in Canadian theater and television before moving to Hollywood. He gained fame in the 1960s with his portrayal of Kirk in the original “Star Trek” series, which aired from 1966 to 1969. Despite the show’s initial cancellation, it gained a massive cult following, leading to several movies and spinoffs. In addition to “Star Trek,” Shatner has had a prolific career in television, starring in shows such as “T.J. Hooker” and “Boston Legal,” the latter of which earned him two Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe. He is also an accomplished author, having written several books, including both memoirs and novels set in the “Star Trek” universe. Shatner’s career spans over seven decades, making him one of the most enduring figures in the entertainment industry. He has also been involved in various business ventures and has lent his voice to numerous animated series and documentaries.

5 Interesting Facts about William Shatner

1. William Shatner is a trained classical Shakespearean actor and performed at the Stratford Shakespeare Festival in Canada before becoming a television star.

2. He has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which was awarded to him on May 19, 1983.

3. Shatner is an avid horse rider and breeder, and he has won several awards in horse riding competitions.

4. He recorded a spoken word album called “The Transformed Man” in 1968, which has since gained a cult following.

5. Shatner is the oldest person to have flown in space; he went on a suborbital spaceflight with Blue Origin at the age of 90 in October 2021.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from William Shatner

1. “Live life fully and enjoy every moment. Do what you love and love what you do.”

2. “You have to create your life. You have to carve it, like a sculpture.”

3. “I don’t know what the future holds, but I do know that I’m going to be positive and not wake up feeling desperate.”

4. “The good life is one that’s artistically made.”

5. “To boldly go where no man has gone before.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

William Shatner’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $100 million.

Children

William Shatner has three daughters from his first marriage to Gloria Rand: 1. Leslie Carol Shatner, born in 1958 2. Lisabeth Shatner, born in 1960 3. Melanie Shatner, born in 1964