March 22nd 2024.
Next on the agenda, there's been quite a stir in the media after beloved Star Trek veteran William Shatner announced that he recently celebrated his 93rd birthday. This Canadian actor has been in the entertainment industry for an impressive seven decades, but he is best known for his iconic portrayal of James T. Kirk in the Star Trek franchise. From his debut as the captain of the starship Enterprise in 1966 to his final appearance in the movie Star Trek Generations in 1994, Shatner has captured the hearts of fans worldwide.
During his recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Shatner's age shocked many viewers. As the talk show host wished him a happy birthday and a cake with an abundance of candles was presented to him, the actor playfully remarked, "When you're 93 and people start clapping, you get a little bit suspicious." He then added, "But if they could see my new movie and then applaud, that would be nice." The movie in question is William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill, and when asked if he had any wisdom to share after nine decades of life experience, Shatner humorously replied, "That's the thing. If you are a dumb young person and you don't do anything about it, you become a dumb old person."
Despite his light-hearted attitude towards his age, many viewers expressed their amazement at Shatner's longevity. One YouTube user commented, "Bro really took 'live long and prosper' to heart," while another shared, "He looks and sounds like someone 30 years younger." Some even joked that his age officially makes him a time traveler. But among all the admiration and awe, one thing was clear - Shatner is an incredible human being who has achieved so much in his lifetime.
Following his iconic role in Star Trek, Shatner has gone on to appear in other popular shows such as 3rd Rock from the Sun, Boston Legal, and Better Late Than Never. In 2021, at the age of 90, he made history by becoming the oldest person to fly in space aboard a Blue Origin sub-orbital capsule. Jimmy Kimmel Live! on ABC in the United States.
As the conversation continued, Shatner's age was a hot topic. Some viewers expressed their wish for the same level of energy at his age, while others couldn't believe he was 93 and instead thought he was twenty years younger. Some even joked that he was aging in reverse. But amidst all the age talk, one thing was clear - Shatner is an inspiration to many and deserves all the applause in the world for his achievements and for being an amazing human being.
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