Renowned actor William Shatner, 94, was taken to a hospital following a medical emergency at his Los Angeles residence on Wednesday. Shatner, who gained fame for his portrayal of Captain James T. Kirk in the iconic series “Star Trek,” was the one to alert emergency medical services after he noticed an issue with his blood sugar levels.
An ambulance from the Los Angeles Fire Department was dispatched to his home as a safety measure. Shatner was subsequently transported to a local hospital for further evaluation. Reports indicate that he was in good condition and resting comfortably.
Shatner’s representatives have yet to comment on the situation. The actor has been candid about his health struggles throughout his illustrious career. In March 2024, he disclosed that he had been diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma, a severe and aggressive type of skin cancer that can spread to other parts of the body.
Shatner first noticed a small lump under his right ear and consulted his family doctor, who advised him to monitor it. However, a second opinion a month later revealed the lump was more serious than initially thought. It was diagnosed as stage 4 melanoma. Despite the grim prognosis, Shatner underwent surgery to remove the lump and embarked on a rigorous immunotherapy regimen, which he credits for his current cancer-free status.
In addition to his cancer battle, Shatner also suffers from chronic tinnitus, a condition characterized by a persistent ringing or noise in the ears. This condition was triggered by a special effects explosion on the set of a “Star Trek” episode in 1967.
Despite his age and health challenges, Shatner has maintained an active lifestyle. In 2021, at the age of 90, he participated in Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin’s NS-18 Mission, describing the experience as profoundly moving. Earlier this month, the actor announced plans to attend the “Space 2 Sea” convention in the Galapagos Islands in November, featuring guest speakers such as renowned astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson and former NASA astronaut Dr. Kathryn Sullivan.