Wil Wheaton

Richard William 'Wil' Wheaton III, born July 29, 1972, is an acclaimed American actor, writer and voice artist. Known for his captivating performances in Star Trek: The Next Generation, Stand by Me, Toy Soldiers and Flubber, Wheaton has left an indelible mark on both the small and big screen. His versatility extends to voice acting, with recurring roles as Aqualad in Teen Titans, Cosmic Boy in Legion of Super Heroes, and Mike Morningstar/Darkstar in the Ben 10 franchise. Wheaton's career reached a new peak with regular appearances as a fictionalized version of himself on the sitcom The Big Bang Theory, and other notable roles on shows like The Guild, Leverage, and Eureka. Additionally, he created and hosted the YouTube board game show TableTop, and narrated various audiobooks, such as Ready Player One and The Martian. Wheaton's career spans from 1980 to present, demonstrating his longstanding commitment to the entertainment industry. Off-screen, Wheaton is a writer, blogger, and television personality. Despite challenges in his personal life, including dealing with mental health issues and becoming estranged from his parents, Wheaton has been open about his struggles and has been an advocate for mental health awareness.