1. Jonathan Frakes is not just an actor; he also directed several episodes of “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.”
2. He has a background in theater and studied at Penn State University before pursuing a career in acting.
3. Frakes’s full name is Jonathan Scott Frakes, and he was born on August 19, 1952, in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania.
4. He shares a close friendship with fellow “Star Trek” actor Patrick Stewart, which has been a topic of many interviews and conventions.
5. Frakes is an accomplished voice actor and has lent his voice to numerous animated series and video games, including “Gargoyles” and “Star Wars: The Clone Wars.”
6. He is known for his iconic catchphrase “Make it so,” which became a staple of Captain Picard’s vocabulary.
7. Frakes has appeared in a variety of TV shows and films outside of “Star Trek,” including “The Twilight Zone” and “The Librarians.”
8. He is an avid fan of science fiction and has often expressed his passion for the genre in interviews and conventions.
9. Frakes is married to actress Genie Francis, who is known for her role on “General Hospital,” and they have two children together.
10. He has made guest appearances on popular TV shows like “The Big Bang Theory” and “Family Guy,” showcasing his enduring popularity in pop culture.
