William Shatner, the iconic actor who portrayed Captain James T. Kirk in the original Star Trek series, celebrates his 95th birthday today. The milestone marks another year for the performer who helped launch one of science fiction's most enduring franchises in 1966.
Shatner's portrayal of the commanding USS Enterprise captain became a defining role in television history, spanning the original series from 1966 to 1969 and subsequent Star Trek films. His performance established many of the character traits and dramatic delivery styles that became synonymous with the Star Trek universe.