Star Trek actor George Takei, 89, was seen on a rare public outing with his husband, Brad Altman, 72, in Los Angeles on Thursday evening. The couple dined at Craig's in West Hollywood, with Altman pushing Takei in a wheelchair as they left the restaurant.
Altman has recently stepped in as a full-time caregiver for Takei, who reportedly underwent foot surgery and now often relies on a wheelchair. A source close to the couple described Altman's role as "devotion" rather than a burden, stating he is "all in — every appointment, every moment, every need. No hesitation."
Takei and Altman, who first met in the 1980s and have been together for 40 years, married in 2008. Altman, formerly a financial journalist, has also served as Takei's business manager. Takei has spoken about their relationship, noting that Altman's disciplined and organized nature complements his own. "He keeps me laughing and he keeps me getting angry," Takei said in a 2024 interview, referring to their opposite personalities. "Brad is a strict disciplinarian. Brad is detail-oriented, he's organized and he brings that detail and organization to my life so that I can do what I do."
The couple recently pledged to gift their $21 million estate to the Japanese American National Museum, where Takei has been a trustee since its founding in 1985. Takei has been a vocal advocate for civil rights and has shared his family's experiences during the internment of Japanese Americans in World War II.
Takei is widely recognized for his role as Lieutenant Hikaru Sulu in the Star Trek franchise, appearing across various television shows and films. Reflecting on the legacy of Star Trek, he noted its appeal across generations, stating, "Star Trek itself is living long and prospering. 'Live long and prosper' should include gratitude. Gratitude for the blessings we have."