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George Takei just reignited theStar Trekdrama faster than you can say “warp speed.” Spilling tea hotter than Vulcan lava, he revealed that William Shatner refused to show up for an OG cast member’s final convention, reportedly brushing it off as “Alzheimer’s crap.” Yep, Captain Kirk’s diplomatic shields were clearly down.
While fans dreamed of intergalactic unity, theEnterprisecrew seemed more like a soap opera in space. Takei didn’t hold back, proving that some rivalries don’t just simmer — they go supernova. Turns out, even in the final frontier, grudges have a way of defying time and space.
George Takei Blasts William Shatner for Snubbing James Doohan’s Farewell
TheStar Trekfeud that boldly goes on forever just got another chapter.George Takeispilled onThe Howard Stern Showthat William Shatner turned down a heartfelt moment at the late actorJames Doohan’s (Scotty) last convention appearance, reportedlydismissing it as “Alzheimer’s crap.”
According to Takei, the remark was as monstrous as it was unsurprising. He said,
[A] monstrous statement… It was not surprising, but yes, shocking. This is the usual thing that happens on the set, whether it was the TV series or the movies, or at conventions. This was another convention where he decided he was not going to do what they wanted him to do, and he walked out.
Takei didn’t mince words, accusing Shatner of being “self-centered” and refusing to join theStar Trekcast for the touching send-off. Doohan, who passed away in 2005, was battling illness at the time. Takei claimed Shatner’s behavior mirrored the tension from their originalStar Trekdays.
The bad blood dates back decades, with Takei labeling Shatner “not a team player” and Shatner firing back with accusations of “psychosis.”
Takei, however, painted a different picture. He described Shatner as someone who thrived on conflict, whether on theStar Trekset, movie shoots, or fan conventions. The refusal to appear at Doohan’s final event, Takei said, was just another example of his former captain going rogue.
The drama proves that even decades afterStar Trek, this rivalry is still in warp drive. It seems that in this saga, some grudges are more enduring than any voyage into the final frontier.
George Takei’s Bold New Chapter: From Closet to Icon
It Rhymes With Takei— and it’s a story worth the wait. George Takei, the belovedStar Trekicon, isset to release his new graphic memoirin June 2025, diving into his journey from closeted actor to LGBTQ+ trailblazer.
Teaming up with the creators of his bestsellerThey Called Us Enemy, Takei shares the untold tale of coming out at 68 and how it reshaped his life.
From hidden crushes in the 1950s to his powerful love story with Brad Altman, the memoir blends personal triumphs with LGBTQ+ history. Takei boldly declares: progress is precious — so let’s celebrate it.
Star Trekis available to watch on Apple TV & Paramount +.
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