George Takei Says Castmate William Shatner Was A ‘Prima Donna’ On ‘Star Trek’ Set

George Takei recently claimed that his Star Trek costar William Shatner was a “prima donna” during the filming of the 1960s television series.

The 85-year-old revealed his thoughts on his former colleague in an interview with The Guardian. He said there was camaraderie among the cast of the show, “except for one,” referring to Shatner, who played Captain Kirk.

The actor added that “none of us” got along with Shatner, and called him a “cantankerous old man.”

Takei characterized his costar as “self-involved” at the time.

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“He enjoyed being the center of attention,” he said of the young star. “He wanted everyone to kowtow him.”

George Takei is kind of like Mariah Carey. But instead of popping up once a year to sing Christmas songs, he shows up once a year to remind everyone that he still hates William Shatner.

— Eddie Steak (@EddieSteak) November 29, 2022

Shatner, 91, commented on the cast’s feelings about him earlier this year in an interview with USA Today.

“I have no idea what they’re talking about, which may mean they’re prejudiced or I’m so inured to people’s reactions that I’m living in my own little world,” he said. “It’s so bizarre that I’ve ceased to talk or think about it. Because I think they are the problem, not me. It’s a really good attitude to have in life.”

The two actors have been feuding for many years, reportedly going back to Takei’s 1994 memoir, To The Stars.

Don’t hate George. The only time he gets press is when he talks bad about me. He claims 50+ years ago I took away a camera angle that denied him 30 more seconds of prime time TV. 🤷🏼‍♂️ I’m giving it back to him now by letting him spew his hatred for the world to see!🤣 Bill the 🐷

— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) October 16, 2021

Besides that one exception, Takei said the rest of the cast “became lasting friends.” He shared that many of the other cast members were part of his wedding party in 2008, including Walter Koenig as his best man and Nichelle Nichols as “best lady.”

People don’t understand that William Shatner and George Takei are living their best lives. It’s the sweetest gift to be nearly 100 years old, holding onto the pettiest of grudges, and still shit-talking your ancient nemesis on your way to oblivion.

— Andy Khouri (@andykhouri) November 29, 2022