Wil Wheaton

Wil Wheaton is an actor, writer, and podcaster, best known for his roles in "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and "Stand by Me".

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Birth Name :

Richard William Wheaton III

Profession :

TV Actor

Birthday :

July 29, 1972

Star Sign :

Leo

Age :

52

Birthplace :

Burbank, California

Wil Wheaton rose to fame for his portrayal of Wesley Crusher in “Star Trek: The Next Generation” (1987-1994). Since then, he has continued to act, appearing in numerous films and television shows, including “Stand by Me” (1986), “Toy Soldiers” (1991), “Flubber” (1997), “The Big Bang Theory” (2007-2019), and “Star Trek: Picard” (2020).

Beyond acting, Wheaton is also known for his work as a voice actor, providing voices for characters in animated series and video games. He has written several books, including “Dancing Barefoot” (2004), “Just a Geek” (2007), and “The Happiest Days of Our Lives” (2019).

Wheaton has received recognition for his contributions to the entertainment industry, including three Young Artist Award nominations and a Saturn Award win for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series for his role in “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” He was inducted into the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame in 2017.

Outside of his professional life, Wheaton is married to Anne Prince and has two children. He is an avid gamer and mental health advocate, openly discussing his personal struggles with depression and anxiety.