William Shatner
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If you make a fool of yourself, you can do it with dignity, without taking your pants down. And if you do take your pants down, you can still do it with dignity.
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Birthdate :March 22, 1931
Country :Canada
Sign : Aries
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Job :actors
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1931
Bill was born to Ann and Joseph Shatner on March 22, 1931 in Montreal, Canada.1931
Shatner was born to Ann and Joseph Shatner on March 22, 1931, in Montreal, Quebec.1958
Has 3 daughters, Leslie Carol (born 1958), Lisabeth Shatner(born 1960) and Melanie Shatner (born 1964). He and his wife live in Southern California. Also has a 360 acre horse farm in Kentucky.1958
Children with Gloria Rand: Leslie Carol (born August 31, 1958, married to Gordon Walker, two children: Grant and Eric); Lisabeth Mary (born June 12, 1960, married to Andy Clement); Melanie Ann (born August 1, 1964, married to actor Joel Gretsch).1958
He has 3 daughters, Leslie Carol (born 1958), Lisabeth Shatner (born 1960), and Melanie Shatner (born 1964). He and his wife live in Southern California, and they also own a 360-acre horse farm in Kentucky.1958
His children with Gloria Rand: Leslie Carol (born on August 31, 1958, married to Gordon Walker, and the mother of two children, Grant and Eric); Lisabeth Mary (born on June 12, 1960, married to Andy Clement); and Melanie Ann (born on August 1, 1964, married to the actor Joel Gretsch).1960
In the late 1960's he recorded an LP titled "The Transformed Man", which is considered a camp classic today. One track was a spoken cover version of "Mr. Tambourine Man", in which he gave an over-dramatic performance that some compared to a man on a bad drug trip. Shatner today embraces his checkered reputation as a "camp" performer.1960
During the late 1960s, he recorded an LP record titled "The Transformed Man", that is considered to be a camp classic today. One track was a spoken cover version of "Mr. Tambourine Man" -- one in which he gave an overdramatic performance that some compared to a man on a bad drug trip. Shatner embraces his checkered reputation as a "camp" performer now.1964
Has appeared in episodes of six different series with Leonard Nimoy: "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." ; "Mission: Impossible" ; "Star Trek" ; "Star Trek" ; "T.J. Hooker" and "Futurama" .1964
Shatner has appeared in episodes of six different television series along with Leonard Nimoy: "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." (1964); "Mission: Impossible" (1966); "Star Trek" (1966); "Star Trek" (1973); "T.J. Hooker" (1982), and "Futurama" (1999).1966
Remained friends with Leonard Nimoy during and after "Star Trek" .1966
Mr. Lemli, a character from the original "Star Trek" series played by Roger Holloway, was named after his three daughters Elizabeth, Leslie and Melanie.1966
Suffers from tinnitus (ringing in the ears), along with "Star Trek" co- star Leonard Nimoy. Nimoy's right ear and Shatner's left ear are affected. Their hearing was apparently damaged during the filming of the episode "Arena" when they were both too close to a special effects explosion.1966
Has appeared in episodes of three different series with George Takei and Nichelle Nichols: "Star Trek" , "Star Trek" and "Futurama" .1966
At first, Shatner believed that as the star of "Star Trek" , he was supposed to "outshine" the rest of the actors. He said later he came to appreciate the merits of an ensemble cast, and each member's contribution, working on the show.1966
His favorite "Star Trek" episode is "Star Trek: The Devil in the Dark (#1.25)" .1966
Both his daughters Melanie Shatner and Lisabeth Shatner appeared in "Star Trek: Miri (#1.8)" .1966
Shortly after the original series of "Star Trek" was cancelled, his wife Gloria Rand left him and took him to the cleaners. With very little money and acting prospects now, he lived in a truck bed camper until acting bit-parts turned into higher paying roles.1966
Two of his daughters, Melanie Shatner and Lisabeth Shatner. appeared in the "Star Trek: Miri (#1.8)" (1966) in small uncredited parts.1966
Shortly after the original "Star Trek" (1966) series was canceled, his wife Gloria Rand left him and took a lot of money with her. With very little money and his acting prospects low, he lived in a pick-up truck camper until continually acting in bit parts led into higher-paying roles.1966
His favorite "Star Trek" (1966) episode is "Star Trek: The Devil in the Dark (#1.25)" (1967).1966
At first, Shatner believed that as the star of "Star Trek" (1966), he was supposed to "outshine" the rest of the actors and actresses. He later said that he had come to appreciate the merits of having an ensemble cast, with each member's contribution while working in "Star Trek".1966
He has appeared in episodes of three different television series with George Takei and Nichelle Nichols: "Star Trek" (1966), "Star Trek" (1973), and "Futurama" (1999).1966
Suffers from tinnitus (ringing in the ears), along with "Star Trek" (1966) co-star Leonard Nimoy. Nimoy's right ear and Shatner's left ear are affected. Their hearing was apparently damaged during the filming of the episode, "Star Trek: Arena (#1.18)" (1967), when they were both too close to a special effects explosion.1966
Lieutenant Lemli, a character from the original "Star Trek" (1966) series, played by Roger Holloway, was named after his three daughters: Elizabeth, Leslie and Melanie.1966
Once performed in Incubus (1966), a movie whose entire dialogue was in Esperanto.1966
Remained friends with Leonard Nimoy during and after "Star Trek" (1966).1967
Dr. James Kirkland, PhD, wrote a 1996 "Star Trek" novel titled "First Frontier". And in his acknowledgments, thanked Captain Kirk (original series episode "Star Trek: Arena (#1.18)" (1967)) for inspiration and being his childhood hero.1968
To this day, still hasn't fully recovered from the depression brought on by the 1968 death of his father, Joseph Shatner. Roddenberry personally gave permission to postpone shooting scenes with Nimoy (Trek episode "Devil in the Dark") for him to attend funeral and return within a week.1968
To this day, he still has not fully recovered from the depression brought on by the 1968 death of his father, Joseph Shatner. Roddenberry personally gave permission to postpone shooting scenes with Nimoy (Trek episode "Devil in the Dark") for him to attend funeral and return within a week.1975
His 1986 "Saturday Night Live" appearance mocked Iran-Contra figure Oliver North (with Shatner standing mute in a green uniform), his own recently-cancelled "T.J. Hooker" and even overzealous "Star Trek" fans, when a sketch had him addressing a convention with the words "Get a life!". So many fans asked him later if he'd meant anything by the sketch (he hadn't, it was written by the "Saturday Night Live" staff) that "Get a Life!" became the title of his fan memoir.1975
His appearance in "Saturday Night Live" (1975) in 1986 mocked the Iran-Contra Affair figure Oliver North (with Shatner standing mute in a green uniform); his own series "T.J. Hooker" (1982), recently canceled, and some overzealous "Star Trek" (1966) fans. This last sketch had him grimly addressing the fans at a "Star Trek" convention with the phrase "Get a life!". Many Trekkers asked him later if he had meant anything by the sketch. He hadn't, but this had been written by the comedy writers of "Saturday Night Live" (1975). Later, Shatner made "Get a Life!" the title of his "Star Trek" fan memoir.1976
Often jogged for charity from 1976-1980. Running to support the Olympics held in his hometown of Montreal and for late Canadian amputee Terry Fox and his cross country marathon.1978
According to Debra Hill, a Halloween mask in Shatner's likeness was painted white and used as the mask of Michael Myers in the original Halloween .1978
According to Debra Hill, a Halloween mask in Shatner's likeness was painted white and used as the mask of Michael Myers in the original Halloween (1978).1982
Remained friends with Heather Locklear during and after "T.J. Hooker" .1982
Reprised his Sergeant "T.J. Hooker" character for Showtime and Fanboys .1982
Daughter Lisabeth Shatner wrote the script for the "T.J. Hooker" episode "Partners in Death" .1982
His daughter Lisabeth Shatner wrote the script for the episode of "T.J. Hooker" (1982) called "T.J. Hooker: Partners in Death (#5.14)" (1986).1982
Reprised his Sergeant "T.J. Hooker" (1982) character for Showtime (2002) and Fanboys (2009).1982
Remained friends with Heather Locklear during and after "T.J. Hooker" (1982).1984
Did most of his own stunts for Star Trek III: The Search for Spock , even though he had a stunt double, John Meier.1984
During the filming of Star Trek III: The Search for Spock a fire broke out on the studio lot that threatened to destroy the Genesis planet sets. Shatner was one of a few cast and crew members who helped try to put the fire out, grabbing a fire hose and spraying it at the fire.1984
During the filming of Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984), a fire broke out on the studio lot that threatened to destroy the "Genesis Planet" sets. Shatner was one of a few cast and crew members who helped to put the fire out, wielding a fire hose to spray it at the fire.1984
Shatner did most of his own stunts for Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984), even though he had a stuntman, John Meier, to do the more difficult ones.1985
Daughter Lisabeth Shatner was Miss Golden Globe 1985.1985
His daughter Lisabeth Shatner was "Miss Golden Globe" 1985.1986
Nearly ten years after acting in Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home , whose plot involved rescuing humpback whales, Shatner narrated a television documentary about endangered species (including humpbacks), in which he became emotional to the point of weeping.1986
Nearly ten years after acting in Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986), whose plot involved rescuing humpback whales, Shatner narrated a television documentary about endangered species (including humpbacks), in which he became emotional to the point of weeping.1989
Overcame his greatest phobia of falling, while directing the Yosemite National Park scenes of Star Trek V: The Final Frontier .1989
His daughter Melanie Shatner had a small role in Star Trek V: The Final Frontier that was directed by her father.1989
His face appears on the cover of the official First Aid handbook issued by the National Safety Council, from his time hosting "Rescue 911" .1989
His daughter Melanie Shatner had a small role in Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989) that was directed by her father.1989
His face appears on the cover of the official first aid handbook issued by the National Safety Council, stemming from his time hosting "Rescue 911" (1989).1989
Overcame his greatest phobia of falling, while directing the Yosemite National Park scenes of Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989).1990
Produces and hosts the annual Hollywood Charity Horse Show which he founded in 1990. Over 1.25 million dollars has been raised for children's charities, such as Ahead With Horses, L.A.'s BEST and Children's Museum of Los Angeles.1990
He produces and hosts the annual "Hollywood Charity Horse Show" that he founded in 1990. More than $1.25 million has been raised for children's charities, such as "Ahead With Horses", "L.A.'s BEST", and the "Children's Museum of Los Angeles".1991
Is of Ukrainian-Jewish descent and is mentioned in "The Simpsons: Like Father, Like Clown (#3.6)" as being a famous Jewish entertainer. He is also mentioned by Adam Sandler in "The Hanukkah Song" ("You don't need Deck The Halls or Jingle Bell Rock/When you can spin a dreidel with Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock").1991
Shatner is of Ukrainian-Jewish descent, and he was mentioned in the television episode of "The Simpsons" "The Simpsons: Like Father, Like Clown (#3.6)" (1991) as being a famous Jewish entertainer. He was also mentioned by Adam Sandler in "The Hanukkah Song" ("You don't need Deck the Halls or Jingle Bell Rock / When you can spin a dreidel with Captain Kirk and Mr. Spock").1993
After the success of his sixth "Trek" film and the rise of "The X-Files" , he was interviewed as believing in U.F.O.s' existence, claiming he, himself, had seen the unexplained when he was younger.1993
Was the first person to appear on "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" sketch "Celebrity Secrets," which has since become a regular sketch on the show featuring major celebrities such as Harrison Ford, Tom Hanks, and his fellow "Star Trek" captains, Patrick Stewart and George Takei.1993
Shatner was the first person to appear in the sketch on "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" (1993) of "Celebrity Secrets". This became a regular sketch on this show featuring major celebrities such as Harrison Ford, Tom Hanks, and his fellow "Star Trek" captains, Patrick Stewart and George Takei.1993
After the success of his sixth "Star Trek" film and the rise of "The X Files" (1993), he was interviewed as believing in UFOs' existence, claiming he, himself, had seen the unexplained when he was younger.1994
Is an expert equestrian (horse rider), which was put to good use in Star Trek: Generations . Co-star Patrick Stewart, despite his classical background, had very little experience with horses, so Shatner helped teach him. One of Shatner's tips was to wear pantyhose under his pants, to reduce chafing.1994
Wrote the TekWar (TV) series of sci-fi books, completely unrelated to "Star Trek". These were turned into several made-for-TV movies and a short-lived series. Shatner himself costarred, and directed several episodes.1994
Is an expert equestrian (horse rider), which was put to good use in Star Trek: Generations (1994). Co-star Patrick Stewart, despite his classical background, had very little experience with horses, so Shatner helped teach him. One of Shatner's tips was to wear pantyhose under his pants, to reduce chafing.1994
Wrote the TekWar (1994) (TV) series of sci-fi books, completely unrelated to "Star Trek". These were turned into several made-for-TV movies and a short-lived series. Shatner himself costarred, and directed several episodes.1996
Dr. James Kirkland, Ph.D wrote a 1996 "Star Trek" novel titled, "First Frontier". And in his acknowledgments, thanked Capt. Kirk (original series episode "Arena") for inspiration and being his childhood hero.1996
Shatner is the CEO of the Toronto-based Core Digital Effects company that did the effects for the 1996 film Fly Away Home .1996
Shatner is the CEO of the Toronto-based Core Digital Effects company that did the effects for the adventure drama Fly Away Home (1996).1999
Was mentioned in David Fincher's 1999 film, Fight Club . When Tyler asks the Narrator who he'd fight, the Narrator ponders for a moment and replies, "Shatner. I'd fight William Shatner".1999
His third wife, Nerine Kidd, accidentally drowned in the swimming pool at their home in Studio City. 1999
On August 9, 1999, his third wife, Nerine Kidd, accidentally drowned in the swimming pool at their house in Studio City, California.1999
Was mentioned in David Fincher's drama film, Fight Club (1999). When Tyler asks the Narrator who he'd fight, the Narrator ponders for a moment and replies, "Shatner. I'd fight William Shatner".2001
In 2001, he married Elizabeth Martin, a horse trainer who lost her husband to cancer in 1997. Their grief and their love of horses drew them together they currently live in Southern California.2001
In 2001, he married Elizabeth Shatner (Elizabeth Anderson Martin), 30 years his junior. She is a horse trainer who had lost her husband to cancer in 1997. Their grief (Shatner was a widower) and their love of horses drew them together. They reside in Southern California and in Kentucky.2002
He had some worries about appearing in "Futurama: Where No Fan Has Gone Before (#4.12)" . He spoke with Billy West, who told Shatner that the cast and crew had nothing but respect for him. He agreed to continue.2002
He had some worries about appearing in "Futurama: Where No Fan Has Gone Before (#4.12)" (2002). He spoke with Billy West, who told Shatner that the cast and crew had nothing but respect for him. He agreed to continue.2003
His version of "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" was voted as the worst massacre of a The Beatles song ever in May 2003.2003
His version of "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" was voted as the worst massacre of a The Beatles song ever in May 2003.2004
Released an album titled 'Has Been' in 2004. The album was produced by Ben Folds who also plays on the album. Other guest performers on the album include Joe Jackson, Aimee Mann, Henry Rollins and Adrian Belew.2004
Released an album titled "Has Been" in 2004. The album was produced by Ben Folds who also plays on the album. Other guest performers on the album include Joe Jackson, Aimee Mann, Henry Rollins and Adrian Belew.2005
The most popular TV-star in Germany, elected in on-line-voting by the spectators of the national TV-channel KabelEins. Appeared in the final TV-show (aired 10/19/ 2005) to receive the honor personally.2005
Shatner wielded a lightsabre towards the end of "Invasion Iowa". George Lucas was so flattered that he invited him to speak and croon "My Way" for his Lifetime Achievement ceremony in 2005.2005
The most popular television star in Germany, elected in on-line-voting by the spectators of the national television channel KabelEins. Appeared in the final television show (aired 10/19/2005) to receive the honor personally.2005
Shatner wielded a lightsaber towards the end of "Invasion Iowa". George Lucas was so flattered that he invited him to speak and croon "My Way" for his Lifetime Achievement ceremony in 2005.2008
Underwent right hip replacement surgery on June 2008.2009
In the June 17, 2009 episode of "The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien" it was revealed he cannot perform the Vulcan salute ('live long and prosper') hand gesture.2009
William Shatner expressed his sadness at not being asked to reprise his iconic role of Captain James T. Kirk for the new "Star Trek" film . In response, Shatner wrote "Star Trek: Academy Collision Course" (with Judith and Garfield Reeves)as his own version of how Kirk and Spock met. In his version of the story, a teen aged Kirk gets into criminal trouble and is given a choice: Go to prison or join Starfleet. He, of course, joins Starfleet and meets Spock. But he does not meet any other major character from the "Star Trek" series. However, the story does tie into the first season episode "The Conscience Of The King" and Kirk meets his Starfleet bully, Finnigan from "Shore Leave".2009
In the June 17, 2009 episode of "The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien" (2009), it was revealed he cannot perform the Vulcan salute ("live long and prosper") hand gesture.2009
William Shatner expressed his sadness at not being asked to reprise his iconic role of Captain James T. Kirk for the new Star Trek (2009) film. In response, Shatner wrote "Star Trek: Academy Collision Course" (with Judith and Garfield Reeves) as his own version of how Kirk and Spock met. In his version of the story, a teenaged Kirk gets into criminal trouble and is given a choice: Go to prison or join Starfleet. He, of course, joins Starfleet and meets Spock. But he does not meet any other major character from the "Star Trek" (1966) series. However, the story does tie into the first season episode "Star Trek: The Conscience of the King (#1.13)" (1966) and Kirk meets his Starfleet bully, Finnigan, from "Star Trek: Shore Leave (#1.15)" (1966).2009
His fondness for motorcycle riding in 1950s and 1960s influenced the same for the re-envisioned Kirk of Star Trek (2009).2011
Recorded a special message for the crew of NASA's Space Shuttle Discovery mission STS-133 that woke up them at 3:23 a.m. (EST), March 7th 2011. The message included the Star Trek theme song along with Shatner's narration: "Space, the final frontier. These have been the voyages of the Space Shuttle Discovery. Her 30 year mission: To seek out new science. To build new outposts. To bring nations together on the final frontier. To boldly go, and do, what no spacecraft has done before.".2011
Received 2011 Governor General's Lifetime Achievement Award in the Performing Arts. Received an honorary Doctorate from his alma mater, McGill University.