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Jonathan Scott Frakes (born August 19, 1952) is an American actor and director. He is best known for his portrayal of William Riker in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation and subsequent films and series.
Jonathan Frakes. Actor: Star Trek: First Contact. Jonathan Scott Frakes was born in Bellefonte, central Pennsylvania. He is the son of Doris J. (Yingling) and Dr. James R. Frakes, a professor. His parents moved with Jonathan and his younger brother Daniel to Bethlehem in eastern Pennsylvania.
Jonathan Frakes. Actor: Star Trek: First Contact. Jonathan Scott Frakes was born in Bellefonte, central Pennsylvania. He is the son of Doris J. (Yingling) and Dr. James R. Frakes, a professor. His parents moved with Jonathan and his younger brother Daniel to Bethlehem in eastern Pennsylvania.
Mar 9, 2023 · For fans of Star Trek: Picard ’s landmark third season, actor-director Jonathan Frakes has emerged as one of the series’ MVPs. The Star Trek: The Next Generation veteran arguably delivers...
May 27, 2024 · Michael Gibson/Paramount+. Jonathan Frakes has been directing episodes of various “Star Trek” series for the past 34 years, from his first episode behind the camera, “Next Generation ...
Jul 25, 2023 · Jonathan Frakes Looks Back at His ‘Star Trek’ TV Directing Career, From ‘Next Generation’ to the ‘Strange New Worlds’-‘Lower Decks’ Crossover. By Adam B. Vary. Michael Gibson/Paramount+. “Woo!”...
May 24, 2024 · The “Iron Man” shot. A technique Jonathan Frakes borrowed for Star Trek: Discovery. Marvel Studios. “We found that look for those closeups so we could cut inside the helmet and could tell ...
Mar 24, 2023 · Star Trek: Picard (2020) Jonathan Frakes discusses directing on the big Picard/Beverly scene in Picard Season 3, Episode 3, and Deanna and Riker's beloved relationship.
Dec 26, 2021 · Jonathan Frakes Is a ‘Star Trek’ Legend and the Franchise’s Secret Weapon Behind the Camera. The man behind Commander Riker is approaching 30 years as a director on the series' offshoots. He...
Feb 15, 2023 · TrekMovie had a chance to talk to Star Trek: The Next Generation veteran Jonathan Frakes about doing double duty on Picard, appearing as Riker, and directing two episodes in season 3.
