Brent Spiner

Brent Jay Spiner (born February 2, 1949) is an American actor known for his role as the android Data in Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994), as well as in four subsequent films (1994-2002) and Star Trek: Picard (2020-2023). He won the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1997 for his portrayal of Data in Star Trek: First Contact and was nominated for the same award for his role as Dr. Brackish Okun in Independence Day. Aside from his work in film and television, Spiner has also had a successful career in theater and as a musician. He was born in Houston, Texas and attended Bellaire High School.