After going through an expensive divorce settlement, William Shatner’s net worth is estimated to be $150 million, which is still very huge. Many recognise him as Captain T.Kirk from Star Trek.
That’s not all. Shatner is also a successful author and his books such as ‘TekWar’ have sold millions of copies. And this explains why he is so wealthy. To this day he continues to earn a portion of Star Trek merchandise sales as a royalty fee.
William Shatner Net Worth 2025 (Forbes)
| Full Name | William Shatner OC |
| Net Worth | $150 million |
| Annual Income | $20 Million |
| Salary per Episode | $150,000 |
| Monthly Spends | $300,000 |
Star Trek Income
Shatner’s initial salary for portraying Captain Kirk in the original Star Trek series was relatively modest, starting at $5,000 per episode. While this may seem low by today’s standards, it was comparable to the average television actor’s pay at the time.
However, as the popularity of the show grew, so did Shatner’s earning potential. He negotiated salary increases throughout the series’ run, reaching a peak of $15,000 per episode.
Back in the day. He was also gifted a Malibu beach house by the show’s producers which is today worth over $7.1 Million. Apart from his salary, Shatner also earned $16 million to date on merchandise sales, including action figures, toys, and other collectibles bearing his likeness as Captain Kirk.
Boston Legal Salary
William Shatner’s earnings from Boston Legal are estimated to be around $15 million. He reportedly received a salary of $250,000 per episode, which was among the highest on the show. He also participated in syndication profits of $7 million, which added to his overall earnings from the series.
Divorce Settlement
William Shatner and his wife, Elizabeth Shatner, have finalized their divorce settlement after being married for 18 years. According to sources close to the couple, William Shatner agreed to pay Elizabeth a lump sum of $12 million as part of the settlement.
He will also continue to pay alimony of $100,000 per month until Elizabeth remarries. The couple also agreed to divide their assets, which include several real estate properties, a horse breeding ranch, and a collection of valuable antiques.
Shatner will keep their home in Studio City, California, while Elizabeth will retain their home in Malibu Cove, California. The couple will also split the proceeds from the sale of their horse breeding ranch in Three Rivers, California.