William Shatner is one of the most recognized Canadian Actors of the Greatest Generation generation.
William Shatner, OC (born March 22, 1931) is a Canadian actor. 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). Shatner began his screen acting career in Canadian films and television productions before moving into guest-starring roles in various American television shows.
| Metric | William Shatner | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 95 | 53 | +42 yrs |
| Career length | 77 yrs | ~35 yrs | +42 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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