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Star Trek's William Shatner's life as he turns 90 - from cancer scare to space dream
William Shatner is best known for his silver screen roles on Boston Legal and Star Trek.But while the actor, who turns 90 today (March 22), has enjoyed a hugely successful career, he’s also endured a rather explosive personal life behind-the-scenes.The Canadian actor, who was born in 1931, kickstarted his career as a child performer in radio programs for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, and soon went on to become a household name as his TV career catapulted him to global fame.During his seven decades of acting, William has become a cultural icon for his portrayal of Captain James T Kirk in the Star Trek franchise.Proving that he’s an all round talent, the actor has also written a series of books chronicling his experiences playing