The Star Trek franchise has a long history with the Saturn Awards, and this year will be another special one as the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror is honoring a Star Trek icon: William Shatner.
Shatner’s Saturn Lifetime
William Shatner will be honored at the 52nd Saturn Awards ceremony on Sunday, February 2. For the Lifetime Achievement Award, the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films honors “individuals in either film and/or television for their outstanding work, to honor their illustrious careers as artists and icons and those who’ve helped further genre entertainment in the industry and beyond.” This year, that person is Star Trek’s first captain, William Shatner, described by the Academy in their announcement as a “living legend.”
Shatner has a long history with the Saturn Awards. He’s been nominated several times, and won for Best Actor in 1983 for his performance as James T. Kirk in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. He also won as a guest star for the Syfy series Haven in 2016. This isn’t even Shatner’s first special Saturn award: In 1980, he was honored with a Life Career Award. Last year he was at the event to present the Robert Forster Artist’s Award to Seth MacFarlane.
The multi-talented showman hosted the televised Saturn Awards ceremony twice in the 1970s. It was at the 1978 ceremony when Shatner performed his famous rendition of the Elton John/Bernie Taupin song “Rocket Man.”
Star Trek: Lower Decks and Star Trek: Discovery are also nominated for Saturn Awards this year.
This year’s ceremony will be held at the at The Hilton Universal City Hotel and livestreamed for free on both Electric Entertainment’s premium OTT app and FAST channel, ElectricNOW and The Roku Channel on Sunday, February 2nd. In light of the catastrophic fires in Los Angeles and the urgent need for support in the community, The Academy will be using the event to provide viewers nationwide and those attending the event with information on how to donate and support the rebuilding efforts in Los Angeles.
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William Shatner, best known for his iconic role as Captain James T. Kirk in the Star Trek franchise, is set to receive the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Saturn Award. The Saturn Awards, which honor the best in science fiction, fantasy, and horror film and television, will be presenting Shatner with this special award in recognition of his contributions to the genre.
Shatner’s portrayal of Kirk has become legendary, earning him a dedicated fan base and solidifying his place in pop culture history. Beyond Star Trek, Shatner has had a prolific career in film and television, with roles in classics such as The Twilight Zone, Boston Legal, and TJ Hooker.
The Saturn Award is a fitting tribute to Shatner’s lasting impact on the world of science fiction and fantasy. His larger-than-life persona and charismatic presence have made him a beloved figure in the genre, and this award is a well-deserved honor for his contributions.
Fans can look forward to seeing Shatner receive the Lifetime Achievement Saturn Award at the upcoming ceremony. Congratulations to William Shatner on this well-deserved recognition!
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