In a career spanning seven decades, he is best known for his portrayal of James T. Kirk in the Star Trek franchise, from his 1966 debut as the captain of the starship Enterprise in the second pilot of the first Star Trek television series to his final appearance as Captain Kirk in the seventh Star Trek feature film, Star Trek Generations (1994).

William Shatner has notched up an impressive 70-plus years in front of the camera, displaying heady comedic talent and being instantly recognizable to several generations of cult television fans as the square-jawed Captain James T. Kirk, commander of the starship U.S.S. Enterprise.

Mar 22, 2024 · William Shatner turns 93, shares tips for long life, youthful appearance and energy. The "Star Trek" actor advises staying busy and finding joy.

Apr 2, 2014 · Actor, director, author, singer William Shatner is best known for his roles on Boston Legal and Star Trek. Born on March 22, 1931, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Shatner started his career as...

Dec 19, 2024 · William Shatner, Canadian actor whose prolific output and self-deprecating humor secured him a place in the North American pop culture pantheon. He was best known for playing Captain James T. Kirk in the sci-fi TV series Star Trek (1966–69) and in several Star Trek films.

Mar 10, 2023 · "Boston Legal" actor William Shatner, 91, spoke candidly about his mortality ahead of the launch of his documentary, "You Can Call Me Bill."

2 days ago · William Shatner’s legacy as Captain Kirk has lived long and prospered for decades — and with every new Star Trek iteration, the actor is more and more in awe of the franchise. He explained ...