Jonathan Frakes is an American actor best known for playing Commander William Riker in Star Trek: the Next Generation.
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10 Quick Facts About Jonathan Frakes
- Full Name: Jonathan Frakes
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The television show Star Trek: The Next Generation
- Current Role: Director and actor
- Current Show: Star Trek: Discovery
- Date of Birth: August 19, 1952
- Age: 73 years old
- Place of Birth: Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
- Marital Status: Married
Jonathan Frakes Age
Jonathan Frakes is about 74 years old as of 2026. Jonathan Frakes was born in 1952.
Jonathan Frakes Height
Jonathan Frakes stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches. This is approximately 191 cm.
Education
His educational background includes studies at Pennsylvania State University and Harvard University.
- Pennsylvania State University
- Qualification: Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Field of Study: Arts
- Harvard University
- Qualification: Master's degree
- Field of Study: Musical Arts
Rise to Fame
Jonathan Frakes rose to prominence for his role on the television show Star Trek: The Next Generation.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: First Contact, and Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction.
Television
- TV Show: Star Trek: The Next Generation (Commander William Riker, 1987-1994)
- TV Show: Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction (Host, 1998-2002)
Film
- Film: Star Trek: First Contact (Director, 1996)
Jonathan Frakes Family & Relationships
Jonathan Frakes is married to Genie Francis. He has 2 children, Jameson Ivor Frakes and Elizabeth Francis Frakes.
- Father: James R. Frakes
- Mother: Doris J. Yingling
- Children:
- Jameson Ivor Frakes (1994)
- Elizabeth Francis Frakes (1997)
Personal Information
- Full Name: Jonathan Frakes
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: August 19, 1952
- Age: 73
- Birthday: August 19
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Place of Birth: Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
Measurements
- Height: 6 ft 3 in
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Brown
Family & Relationships
- Father: James R. Frakes
- Mother: Doris J. Yingling
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Genie Francis
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Online Presence
- X (Twitter):https://x.com/jonathansfrakes
