Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie, are both undergoing treatment for stage 4 cancer, they revealed in a recent interview. The diagnoses came about a year apart, with Shatner's coming first.
Shatner, known for his iconic role as Captain Kirk in Star Trek, and Melanie spoke about their health battles, offering insight into their current conditions. Further details regarding the specific types of cancer or their prognosis were not immediately available in the provided notes.
The interview, which also touched upon their ongoing experiences, was released on July 22, 2026. Both Shatner and Melanie are speaking out about their respective journeys with the disease.