William Shatner’s Disagreement With Prince William Over Star Trek- Who Was Wrong?

William Shatner, the legendary actor known for his role as Captain James T. Kirk in Star Trek, and Prince William, had an interesting exchange about space travel that led to some public tension. The disagreement came about after Shatner’s spaceflight in October 2021. The actor made headlines for becoming the oldest person ever to travel to space at the age of 90.
William Shatner as James T. Kirk in Star Trek: The Original Series | NBC
Prince William, however, took issue with this moment of commercial space exploration. He publicly criticized billionaire space tourism, including Shatner’s flight, addressing the environmental issue. His comment sparked controversy, while Shatner defended his spaceflight and the broader concept of space exploration.
William Shatner defended space travel amid criticism from Prince William Prince William | Credit: BBC News
In a BBC interview, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, expressed concern about the environmental impact of commercial space travel.
William Shatner as James T. Kirk in Star Trek: The Original Series | NBC
Prince William, however, took issue with this moment of commercial space exploration. He publicly criticized billionaire space tourism, including Shatner’s flight, addressing the environmental issue. His comment sparked controversy, while Shatner defended his spaceflight and the broader concept of space exploration.
William Shatner defended space travel amid criticism from Prince William Prince William | Credit: BBC News
In a BBC interview, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, expressed concern about the environmental impact of commercial space travel.
- 2/16/2025
- by Kaberi Ray
- FandomWire
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