Canadian actor William Shatner was born on March 22, 1931. In a career spanning seven decades, he is best known for playing James T. Kirk in the Star Trek series, from his 1966 debut as the starship Enterprise’s captain in the second pilot of the first Star Trek television series to his final appearance as Captain Kirk in the seventh Star Trek movie, Star Trek Generations (1994).
Before transitioning into guest-starring parts in a number of American television shows, Shatner started his screen playing career in Canadian films and television projects. All of Star Trek: The Original Series, 21 of the 22 episodes of Star Trek: The Animated Series, and the first seven Star Trek films featured him as James Kirk.
Who was Nerine Kidd? Meet William Shatner’s Third Wife
William Shatner, a Canadian actor, director, producer, and novelist, was married to Nerine Kidd before she passed away. The 90-year-old Canadian star’s third wife, Nerine, passed away after only two years of marriage. On August 9, 1999, Nerine Kidd’s body was discovered at the bottom of their swimming pool. The initial inquiry revealed that Nerine drowned accidentally, according to the authorities. According to police, the then-model and wannabe actress drowned that evening while swimming by herself.