Unpacking William Shatner’s 50-pound transformation

Health experts praise Shatner’s commitment

At 94, Star Trek icon William Shatner has lost 50 pounds, proving that age is truly just a number. According to insiders who spoke to the National Enquirer, many are curious about what sparked the veteran actor’s impressive weight loss journey at this stage of his life.According to Brigada News, Shatner once surpassed dangerous weight limits. After undergoing hip replacement surgery, he reportedly weighed over 300 pounds. The actor is believed to have shed the excess weight by embracing an active lifestyle and adhering to a disciplined diet.Reports suggest Shatner avoids heavy meals and typically has tea and fruit for dinner. Insiders told the media outlet that the actor follows a modest eating plan he refers to as using “food as fuel, not comfort.”In addition to dietary changes, Shatner makes a conscious effort to stay physically active throughout the day — often engaging in play with his grandchildren and enjoying family vacations.In a recent interview, he revealed that staying connected with his family has been “critical to” his weight loss success.According to Brigada News, several medical experts — including Dr. Gabe Mirkin — have applauded Shatner’s dedication.They note that losing excess abdominal fat can significantly reduce the risk of conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.In his 2018 memoir Live Long and… What I Learned Along the Way, Shatner emphasized that giving up smoking and getting adequate sleep each night have also been key to his ability to “live long and prosper.”According to National Enquirer sources, Shatner recently surprised fellow travelers during a trip, appearing noticeably slimmer and breathing with ease — a stark contrast to a 2017 incident when he was reportedly wheeled through an airport due to breathing difficulties.In a feature published by Hello! magazine, William Shatner was recently spotlighted for supporting the Tinnitus Quest organization — a patient-led nonprofit dedicated to silencing tinnitus.According to the Mayo Clinic, tinnitus is defined by persistent ringing or sounds in one or both ears. Shatner has been affected by the condition since the 1960s and attributes its onset to the filming of the 1967 Star Trek episode Arena, during which he stood too close to a prop explosion.