Beloved Star Trek icon William Shatner, at the vibrant age of 94, presented a picture of health and happiness as he celebrated Thanksgiving with his family. The legendary actor shared a warm photograph from his kitchen on Thursday, November 27, beaming with a broad smile beside a traditional holiday feast.
A Bountiful Celebration and Heartfelt Message
The nonagenarian's holiday spread featured a classic array of dishes, including roast turkey, gravy, sweet potatoes, and a baked dish suspected to be scalloped potatoes. As a known culinary enthusiast who loves to experiment with recipes, it is widely assumed that Shatner played a hands-on role in preparing the meal.
Accompanying the image was a deeply personal caption. 'Happy Thanksgiving everybody...we all talk about blessings at Thanksgiving…,' Shatner began. 'I am especially thankful this year as we are blessed beyond measure with health, family and a beautiful gathering. I am wishing you all a blessed day and holiday season. Best, Bill,' he concluded. This heartfelt message resonated with his followers, amassing an impressive 37,600 likes and over 1,400 comments, including a affectionate 'love you!' from his longtime friend, Tori Spelling.
Addressing Health Rumours and a Busy Schedule
The joyful holiday greeting arrived just two months after a reported health scare. In September, TMZ claimed the Boston Legal star was 'rushed' to hospital following a medical emergency, which his agent later clarified was a blood sugar issue. Shatner himself promptly downplayed the situation on social media, famously quoting Mark Twain: 'Rumors of my demise have been greatly exaggerated!' He assured fans he had simply 'over indulged' and was perfectly fine, cautioning them not to trust tabloid reports.
Demonstrating his relentless energy, Shatner continues to pursue an active career. He serves as the host and executive producer of 'The UnXplained' on The History Channel and is currently touring with a live show that features a screening of 'Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan' followed by a question-and-answer session.
Reflections on a Journey to Space
A significant milestone in Shatner's later years was his journey to space. On October 13, 2021, he became the oldest person to travel to space at the time aboard a Blue Origin New Shepard rocket. However, the experience left him with complex emotions, which he detailed in his book, 'Boldly Go: Reflections on a Life of Awe and Wonder.'
He described being filled with an 'overwhelming sadness' and a profound sense of grief, struck by the 'vicious coldness of space' in contrast to the nurturing warmth of Earth. 'My trip to space was supposed to be a celebration; instead, it felt like a funeral,' he shared. The actor has since stated he has no plans to return to space, comparing it to revisiting a love affair and believing it is best left alone.
Later on Thanksgiving evening, the star showcased his signature wit once more, posting a light-hearted message on X: 'Just call me a turkey because I’m stuffed!'
