William Shatner took to Instagram on Thursday to dispel reports of a medical emergency, posting a photo with the caption “Rumors of my demise have been greatly exaggerated!” The 94-year-old “Star Trek” icon’s public reassurance comes after TMZ reported he was hospitalized Wednesday due to blood sugar issues, highlighting ongoing concerns about misinformation in entertainment reporting.
What happened: Shatner was reportedly rushed to a Los Angeles hospital Wednesday afternoon after experiencing blood sugar problems at his home.
- His agent Harry Gold confirmed to TMZ that the actor was transported as a precautionary measure and discharged the same day after monitoring.
- The hospitalization was brief, with Shatner receiving treatment and being released within hours.
What he’s saying: The actor used his Instagram post to directly address the reports while warning fans about unreliable sources.
- “I over indulged,” Shatner wrote in his caption, adding “I thank you all for caring but I’m perfectly fine.”
- “I keep telling you all: don’t trust tabloids or AI!” he added, taking aim at both traditional gossip outlets and artificial intelligence-generated content.
Still active at 94: Despite his age, Shatner continues working on various entertainment projects and remains candid about mortality.
- He recently competed on “The Masked Singer” and narrated the 2023 documentary “You Can Call Me Bill,” which explores his career and personal reflections.
- “I don’t have long to live,” Shatner told Variety about the documentary, explaining it serves as “a way of reaching out after I die” to his grandchildren.
What’s next: The actor has upcoming projects including “Family Tree,” a holiday-themed dramedy series he co-created with Tom Bergeron, a television host known for “Dancing with the Stars.”
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