Many generations of the world today remember him in his stellar performance as Captain James Kirk. He is a household name to Star Trek fans all over the world, with his multiple appearances in the colossal movie franchise. While it may be true that his stint in the Star Trek saga is already done, he remains popular among people who have followed his sixty year old career. He may have been replaced by Chris Pine in the movie's 2009 version, but the original never seems to be forgotten. We are talking about the fine actor, the funny comedian, and the awesome author in William Shatner.

William Shatner remains very active despite being in his seventies already. His acting resume is truly one of the best ones out there. He has one numerous acting awards, including two Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. He has proven that he is not a one-dimensional actor who is just confined to his role in the Star Trek franchise. He has graced various hit TV series, including The Practice and Boston Legal. He currently keeps himself busy with writing, and becoming a voice over for the Star Trek games.

Aside from these various activities, he has ventured into other forms of literature and performance. He has proven that his prowess is not limited to the big screen and the TV. He is a very effective and funny comedian. His wit and quick jokes make him a favorite among people. His funny side can make crowds easily forget that he is the serious main character of the Star Trek saga for many years. Aside from that, he has made poems that stirred the attention of the world. One of his famous poems targeted on the controversial Sarah Palin. This talent in writing has a long history that is well documented. In as early as 1989, Shatner wrote the inspiration behind the hit TV series Tekwar.

Currently, he has two movies that are waiting to be finished and released. Horrorween is one of them, which focuses on the instant rise to fame of a couple of high school students who, when making a science project, accidentally created an inexpensive Internet browser and computer system that does not crash. The entire family of the students instantly becomes billionaires, and their story goes on to portray the family's love for pranks, which develops the plot of the movie deeper and deeper as the film progresses.

Another movie William Shatner is busy with is Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey. This is a project that is closest to Shatner's heart because it reflects greatly of his Star Trek projects. The film tells the story of Dave, a youthful photon, who is forced to leave the sun, making him embark on a journey that makes him discover many things about himself and about life in general.

William Shatner truly is not yet done in entertaining the world. His works in TV, comedy, writing, and the big screen will amaze and awe the world over, just as he always has fifty long years ago.