Jonathan Frakes

Jonathan Frakes is one of the defining faces of the Star Trek universe. He rose to worldwide fame as Commander William T. Riker in Star Trek: The Next Generation, a role he later reprised in the feature films Star Trek Generations, Star Trek: First Contact, Star Trek: Insurrection, and Star Trek: Nemesis, as well as in the television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: Voyager, Star Trek: Enterprise, Star Trek: Lower Decks, and Star Trek: Picard.

However, Jonathan Frakes has excelled not only in front of the camera. As a director, he has helmed numerous episodes across several Star Trek series and directed the feature films Star Trek: First Contact and Star Trek: Insurrection. Beyond the franchise, he has also built an impressive directing career, with credits including Clockstoppers, Thunderbirds, and episodes of series such as The Orville, Roswell, Leverage, Castle, and Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

Within the science fiction and fantasy genre, Jonathan Frakes has also appeared as a voice actor in Gargoyles and made guest appearances in productions including Roswell and The Librarians. For decades, he has delighted audiences with his charisma, humor, and genuine connection with fans-making his return to FedCon 35 a reunion that many Trekkies are already eagerly looking forward to.