Early Life and Career Beginnings
Jonathan Scott Frakes was born on August 19, 1952, in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania. He studied theater at Pennsylvania State University and later earned a Master of Fine Arts from Harvard University. He began his professional career on stage before transitioning to television and film.
Role in Star Trek
Frakes is best known for portraying Commander William Riker in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation. He appeared in the show from 1987 to 1994 and reprised the role in several feature films. His performance made him one of the most recognized figures in the Star Trek franchise.
Directing and Other Work
Beyond acting, Frakes has directed numerous television episodes and feature films. His directing credits include Star Trek: First Contact and the television series Bones and The Librarians. He is widely cited as a reliable director in genre television and film.
For a detailed biography, see his profile on IMDb.
