George Takei
| Born | April 20, 1937 |
| Hometown | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Net worth | $14 million |
| Height | 5'6" (1.68m) |
| Spouse | Brad Altman |
| Parents | Takekuma Norman Takei, Fumiko Emily Takei |
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