'There was a lot to learn': Jonathan Frakes is thankful he didn't meet LeVar Burton, Brent Spiner's fate in Star Trek: The Next Generation

'There was a lot to learn': Jonathan Frakes is thankful he didn't meet LeVar Burton, Brent Spiner's fate in Star Trek: The Next Generation

HomeNews, Other Content'There was a lot to learn': Jonathan Frakes is thankful he didn't meet LeVar Burton, Brent Spiner's fate in Star Trek: The Next Generation

Star Trek: The Next Generation actor Jonathan Frakes admitted he had a hard time learning the sci-fi show's technical jargon.

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Actor Jonathan Frakes is best known for playing the role of Commander William T. Riker in Star Trek: The Next Generation. Frake's character served as the first officer of the USS Enterprise-D, reporting to Patrick Stewart's Captain Jean-Luc Picard, and was a fan favorite throughout the show's run.

During an interview, Frakes reflected on his time on the hit sci-fi series. However, he was grateful that he didn't have to deal with an aspect of the series that became awkward for some of his co-stars. Meanwhile, Frakes also spoke about the challenges of being part of the show's ensemble cast, and here's what he had to say.

Jonathan Frakes became a household name for his performance as Commander William T. Riker in Star Trek: The Next Generation. The actor reprized the role for the spin-off/sequel Star Trek: Picard, reuniting with some of his TNG co-stars.

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