William Shatner was rushed to hospital by ambulance on Wednesday afternoon after experiencing a medical emergency at his Los Angeles home. The 94-year-old Star Trek legend called emergency services when he suffered what appears to be a blood sugar-related incident.
The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to Shatner's property and transported him to a local hospital. Sources told TMZ that he is now "resting comfortably" and doing "good."
Star Trek legacy continues
Shatner remains one of entertainment's most enduring figures, having played Captain Kirk across the Star Trek franchise from the original 1966 television series through to 1994's Star Trek Generations film. The Golden Globe winner for Boston Legal has accumulated over 200 acting credits during his seven-decade career.
Despite his age, the Canadian-born actor maintains an active schedule with multiple projects in development. These include upcoming roles in television series "The Elevator" and films "Family Tree" and "Keeper of the Cup."
Recent public appearances
Just last month, Shatner appeared at Dragon Con in Atlanta, demonstrating his continued engagement with fans at the popular convention. The former astronaut, who made headlines in 2021 for his Blue Origin space flight, regularly participates in fan events across the country.
Mortality reflections
In 2023, Shatner created the documentary "You Can Call Me Bill" as what he described as a legacy project. "I don't have long to live," he revealed at the time, explaining he wanted to "reach out to his grandchildren" after his death.
The entertainer has previously reassured fans about his wellbeing when online speculation arose about his health and social connections. "Don't confuse me with fantasy here," he wrote on social media, dismissing reports about dying alone as "ridiculous."
Sources used: "Mirror", "WalesOnline", "Daily Star", "Daily Mail", "Metro", "TMZ" Note: This article has been edited with the help of Artificial Intelligence.
