William Shatner Stampede Parade Marshal: Fun Facts You Didn't Know

William Shatner poses for a portrait in promotion of his concept album,

Canadian actor William Shatner will beam to the front of the 2014 Calgary Stampede parade tomorrow morning.

Shatner, best known for his role as Captain Kirk in Star Trek, will serve as Grand Marshal.

We don't know whether Shatner will ride the parade route on horseback or by wagon or car, but we wouldn't be surprised to see him saddle up, given his love of and experience with horses.

Calgary! You. Me. Stampede. Friday. Ready?
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) July 3, 2014

Shatner, who is 83, says he has been to Calgary before, but never to the Calgary Stampede.

To get to know our parade marshal better, we've compiled a list of facts you likely didn't know about Shatner — documenting the rise from his humble Canadian beginnings to his spot as one of the most respected actors in Hollywood.