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Shatner's Hilarious Reaction to Paul Wesley's Kirk
14 Sep
Summary
- William Shatner had no idea Paul Wesley was playing Kirk.
- Wesley plays the Prime Timeline version of Captain Kirk.
- Fans want Wesley to lead a Star Trek spinoff series.
Paul Wesley recently shared a humorous anecdote about a conversation with William Shatner regarding Wesley's portrayal of Captain James T. Kirk on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Wesley discussed the significance of playing the Prime Timeline version of Kirk, a role distinct from the alternate reality version seen in films.
Wesley detailed his journey to landing the role, emphasizing the challenge of embodying a character that would eventually lead to Shatner's iconic performance. He recounted the irony of finally being able to discuss his casting with Shatner, only for the original Kirk to be unaware of Wesley's involvement.
Shatner's unexpected response highlighted his general lack of engagement with current Star Trek productions, despite Wesley's recurring role since 2022. While Shatner may not have followed the series, Wesley's performance has garnered significant fan approval.
His depiction of Kirk has led to speculation and desire among fans for a potential spinoff series starring Wesley. Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is currently airing new episodes on Thursdays.
