Brent Jay Spiner Mintz (born February 2, 1949, Houston, Texas) is an actor best known for his portrayal of the android Lieutenant Commander Data in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation and four subsequent films. He also guest starred on the subsequent series Star Trek: Enterprise. He is also known for his role of Dr. Brackish Okun in Independence Day. He has also enjoyed a career in the theater and as a musician. In five episodes of Night Court, he performed in a memorable role as farmer Bob Wheeler with Annie O'Donnell (the actress who first played Amy's mother (Mrs. Fowler)).
Data and Mrs. Fowler on "Night Court".
Character Information[]
Brent with fellow Star Trek actor Wil Wheaton, Sheldon and Leonard.
In "The Russian Rocket Reaction," Brent Spiner attended a party hosted by fellow Star Trek actor Wil Wheaton. At the party, he became a mortal enemy of Sheldon after breaking the seal and opening a signed, mint-condition, limited-edition Wesley Crusher action figure. Though he offered autographed Data figures as compensation, Sheldon did not forgive him; however, Leonard and Rajesh Koothrappali attempted to take advantage of Brent's offer and after some negotiating by Brent Spiner, both will receive the collectibles for $30 with the condition that Mr. Data will attend Leonard's birthday party. Sheldon portrays Mr. Data in "The Bakersfield Expedition" even though he is one of his mortal enemies.
Like Brett Spiner, Jim Parsons was also born in Texas.
External links[]
Brent Spiner at the Internet Movie Database
Brent Spiner on Wikipedia- Brent Spiner at the Internet Movie Database
