Nurith NupurThough the television is full of earth-shatteringly amazing TV shows, only a few of them have stood the test of time like Star Trek did. Though it’s original series ran for only 3 seasons in 1960’s, it has since only seen a growth in popularity so much so that it inspired several other series and movies like The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, Enterprise. Just like us we are sure you too must be curious about what happened to your favorite actors playing these characters and today we have the answer for you
Wil Wheaton as Wesley Crusher
This celebrity has always been criticized by the fans of the series. During the advent of the Next Generation, he played an odd child on the show who was always messy and whiny. Though eventually, he did grew up, but he didn’t last long on the show as he was soon seen leaving the enterprise and only make guest appearances here and there. Since then he has done some independent movies and even played a role in The Big Bang Theory.
George Takei as Lt. Hikaru Sulu
Though he was undoubtedly much more well known when he was in the original Star Trek in 1960’s. He definitely deserved it since he was one of the very first Asian actors who didn’t play a stereotypical Asian guy role. Today he is a well know LGBT icon along with being a renowned author. These days he has been seen shifting his focus on human rights.
John De Lancie as Q
This actor made his debut in the very first episode of the Next Generations series. But he might not have even dreamt at that time that he would soon become a fan favorite. On screen, he could be seen punishing the crew of Enterprise and putting them through various tests, but in the end, he saved them from the mess he placed them in the first place. Since his time here he has worked on several movies and tv series and even wrote a book.
Walter Koenig as Pavel Chekov
Every time we look at a picture of Walter Koenig we can’t help but think of Davey Jones from the Monkees. Which is the reason why casting director chose him, according to them his uncanny resemblance to the rock star will help reel in the more younger audience? His career lasted an impressive 50 years ever since he finished star trek.
LeVar Burton as Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge
This celebrity is already very well known for his role as Geordi in 1980’s. LeVar Burton has been famous all this time for his role in Reading Rainbow. Though he played the role of a blind guy in the Next Generation, he managed to save the day very often. His days now are spent trying to go farther away from the Reading Rainbow. Now he serves on a board of directors for the AID’s research Alliance
Gates McFadden as Dr. Beverly Crusher
The role of Dr. Beverly Crusher was played by Gates McFadden in the Star Trek: The Next Generation. He portrays the role of a doctor who was soft-spoken and whose son was Wesley Crusher while also acting as a love interest for Captain Picard. Since the conclusion of the series, he has been seen in four featured movies. Her career mostly consists of teaching drama now.