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William Shatner To Launch $BILL Media Token, Bringing His Legendary One-Man Show to a New Generation

Los Angeles, CA — October 28, 2025 — Iconic actor, author, and performer William Shatner is launching $BILL, a groundbreaking media token powered by Stuff.io, that allows fans to own and stream his acclaimed live performance “Shatner’s World.” The token will officially go on sale October 30, 2025, exclusively through DollarBill.io.

Originally performed on Broadway and around the world from 2012 to 2014, Shatner’s World is an intimate, hilarious, and deeply personal look at the life of the man who became a global icon. The full filmed performance, captured in 2014 in Ontario, is now available to own and watch through the DollarBill.io where fans can purchase it directly using credit cards, or the cryptocurrencies ADA or SOL. No crypto knowledge is required to enjoy the show.

Each $BILL token represents a complete, piracy-protected digital edition of Shatner’s World, viewable across Stuff.io’s iOS, Android, and Smart TV apps. Holders of $BILL will gain exclusive access to rare digital drops, and chances to meet William Shatner in person.

“I have always believed that technology can bring fans closer to art, stories, and experiences,” said William Shatner. “With $BILL, we are doing something that has never been done before, giving fans real ownership of my performance and making it easy for anyone to be part of it.”

The launch marks a major milestone for Stuff.io, the innovative media platform that enables creators to sell and protect their work directly. By removing traditional intermediaries and returning control to artists and audiences, Stuff.io is pioneering a new era of digital ownership where creators and fans share in the value of media.

“William Shatner has always been a pioneer in entertainment, and we are honored to help him pioneer a new form of digital ownership,” said Joshua Stone, CEO of Stuff.io. “The $BILL token represents more than just access to a show. It represents a shift in how media is owned, shared, and valued by fans.”

All details about the $BILL token and the Shatner’s World release can be found at DollarBill.io.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. – William Shatner’s acclaimed one-man Broadway show, Shatner’s World, is coming to fans like never before. The legendary actor and cultural icon has partnered with Stuff.io, marking the first time audiences will be able to experience it outside the theater.

Until now, Shatner’s World has never been available on streaming or physical media. The only way to see it was to be seated in the audience during Shatner’s limited Broadway run and subsequent live tour. By bringing it to Stuff.io, Shatner is opening the door for fans worldwide to finally watch — and truly own — this once-in-a-lifetime performance.

Unlike traditional streaming or ticketed replays, Shatner’s World will be sold exclusively on Stuff.io as a digital collectible, giving fans direct ownership of the show. Sales details will be announced soon, but supporters can already secure their spot on the whitelist by claiming a free exclusive interview with Shatner and Stuff.io’s VP of Marketing, Sheila Dohmann at Stuff.io

The interview offers fans a rare glimpse behind the curtain, from Broadway reflections to personal back stories, life lessons, and Shatner’s trademark wit. This free release not only provides a collectible piece of his journey but also serves as the automatic way to be on the whitelist for the full Shatner’s World release later this year.

And fans don’t need to know anything about blockchain to participate. All that’s required is an email address and a credit card to purchase the show. It’s as simple as renting a movie online, but with the benefits of true digital ownership.

“Shatner’s World is a work that comes from the heart,” said Shatner. “For years I wondered how best to share it digitally without losing what makes it special. With Stuff.io, I finally have a place where my work can live forever, and where my true fans can own it in a way that has never been possible before.”

Joshua Stone, CEO and Co-Founder of Stuff.io, added, “William Shatner is one of the most recognized and enduring performers in the world, and partnering with him embodies exactly what Stuff.io was built for: preserving cultural moments as digital assets that fans can truly own. We’re excited to share not only his performance, but also his wisdom, humor, and stories.”

The release of Shatner’s World marks another milestone for Stuff.io’s mission to disrupt traditional media by enabling secure, decentralized ownership of film, television, music, books and audiobooks.

About Stuff.io
Stuff.io is the world’s leading Web3 digital media marketplace, empowering true digital ownership of movies, music, books and more. Their decentralized, encrypted assets empower consumers to buy, sell, or gift their content freely while ensuring creators earn fairly on every transaction.

Los Angeles, CA. Legendary actor, storyteller, and cultural icon William Shatner is once again inviting fans to join him on an extraordinary journey—this time, one that celebrates them. His upcoming book, William Shatner… And You, is a heartfelt exploration of the unique bond he shares with generations of fans around the world.

Described by Shatner as a “love affair with the fans,” the book will turn the spotlight on the fans themselves—sharing their voices, their memories, and how Shatner’s life  has had an impact on their own.

Shatner is once again teaming up with collaborator Joshua Brandon, who co-authored the acclaimed Boldly Go. Together, they aim to craft a book that is not just about William Shatner, but about the countless individuals who have walked alongside him through decades of pop culture history.

As part of the project, Shatner is inviting fans to submit their own stories about the ways his work and the characters he has brought to life have influenced their lives. Selected fans will be interviewed personally by Shatner for inclusion in the book, alongside conversations with celebrities and public figures who have also been shaped by his work and legacy.

“Fans have given me the gift of a lifetime,” Shatner said. “This book is my chance to return that gift by telling their stories, and ours, together.”

William Shatner… And You will be released in late 2026 to coincide with the 60th anniversary of Star Trek hitting the airwaves.

For more information and updates, visit WilliamShatnerAndYou.com

I am very happy to inform you of my latest projects:

 

You Can Call Me Bill

US VOD Date: April 26th

 

So Fragile, So Blue

The Digital Version of the Album is available on Friday, April 19th: https://www.kennedy-center.org/nso/home/nso-media-label/william-shatner/

 

Where Will the Animals Sleep

My new children’s album with Cleopatra Records will be available on May 17th: https://cleorecs.com/store/shop/william-shatner-where-will-the-animals-sleep-songs-for-kids-and-other-living-things-yellow-vinyl/

 

My Best,

Bill

Mr. Shatner is proud to announce that his 2024 Hollywood Charity Horse Show Event will occur on Saturday June 1, 2024.

Mr. Shatner’s charity is The Hollywood Charity Horse Show. You can find out more about this charity by visiting HorseShow.org

The List of Charities supported by this 501c3 organization can be found here: https://horseshow.org/charity-recipie...

The Horse Show Dinner will be held on Saturday June 1, 2024. For information on the event and Tickets please click here.

If you cannot attend but would like to make a donation. Please visit this link.

NOTE:  All tickets mentioned below can be purchased by clicking here.

Mr. Shatner will unblocked your account on Twitter/X

Is your social media account blocked by Mr. Shatner due to an unfortunate event or misunderstanding?  You can have your personal, company’s or organization’s account unblocked by Mr. Shatner for a donation to his charity.  (Also will work for Facebook or Instagram – just let us know what the platform is in the notes on the Ticket purchase form.)

Mr. Shatner will send one of his ecards to you or person you designate:

Mr. Shatner will send you or anyone you designate an emailed ecard from his American Greetings Smash Up. Just let Mr. Shatner know the person’s name (please check the American Greetings site for list of available names) the event (birthday, anniversary, parole, etc…) the recipient’s email address -even if it’s your own email address please enter it into the Notes box, along with the date (mm/dd US format) the card needs to arrive and he will compose a personal message to the recipient and send it. Cards can be scheduled up to one year in advance. Use the Notes area on the ticket purchase page for details or send an email to Webmaster@WilliamShatner.com with details about the person, why they are receiving the card, the event you want sent, the date it needs to be delivered by  along with their name and email.

For. a list of names and events the card can be sent for, please visit:the drop down page on if the name of the person is not there you can opt for the name “YOU”

William Shatner Twitter/X Avatar Takeover for 1 hour during the day (Pacific Time)

Buy the ticket and send in the image and Mr. Shatner will change his TwitterThe takeover will occur during the hours of 8am through 7pm Pacific Time (GMT -8) and will last for one hour. If you include your twitter name in the email – Mr. Shatner will tag you in a tweet when the avatar gets changed.

Please see ticket page for details and what can and cannot be used as an avatar.

 

Mr. Shatner will give you a Cyber Shout Out

Mr. Shatner will give you a shout out on Twitter/X.  On the Ticket Purchase Page add your @username or alternatively he will use your First Name and the First Initial of your last name in the Shout Out.

 

100% of all of these ticket prices will go to the Hollywood Charity Horse Show Charity, a 501c3 organization.

Previewing at Consensus 2023, the one-of-a-kind collection inspired by Shatner’s thirst for discovery will comprise of 3,500 1:1 pieces and select IRL items and opportunities

April 26, 2023 – Los Angeles, CA – Orange Comet, the industry’s leading web3 game and entertainment company, today announced its partnership with Hollywood legend and beloved Golden Globe- and Emmy-award winning actor William Shatner, for a stunning digital collection titled Infinite Connections. Echoing Shatner’s untameable spirit of adventure, his entrance into the metaverse speaks to the underlying theme that everything in the universe is interconnected. Infinite Connections will be previewed for the first time at Consensus 2023, with William Shatner and Orange Comet’s CEO and Co-founder, Dave Broome taking the stage on April 27 on the Mainstage.

With Shatner being no stranger to the world of NFTs and web3 as an early adopter and coming to the blockchain in 2018, this one-of-a-kind collection reflects his insatiable thirst for discovery. Paying homage to his life and career at the age of 92, Shatner’s Infinite Connections will have a keen focus on scientific phenomena and earthly elements as a thought-provoking and inspiring journey into the universe—evoking a vibrant sense of wonder and curiosity and reminding audiences that new journeys can begin at any life stage. 

“It’s no secret that I have an immense love and passion for the new and the unknown, and this collection is a testament to that,” said William Shatner. “Orange Comet’s creative direction for Infinite Connections brings my vision to life and I’m excited to inspire my fans to explore the growing metaverse in this new way. Sorry Sir Anthony [Hopkins], but I think that I can officially say that I am the oldest man in the Web3 world.”

With a total of 3,500 unique 1:1s, Infinite Connections will be broken into two exclusive digital collections: “William Shatner Cosmic Explorer” and “William Shatner Timeless Voyager.” 

Cosmic Explorer, comprising 2,500 unique collectibles, will feature an extremely detailed digital Shatner 3D avatar that will explore quantum physics, magnetic frequencies and mathematical theories — along with various earthly elements, from sonic vibrations to volcanic eruptions and the ‘quiet language’ of trees. Accompanying each of the William Shatner NFTs will be a physical action figure portraying Shatner as Captain James T. Kirk in his command chair, the character he famously played in Star Trek. The action figures, from Shatner’s personal collection, will be numbered and hand signed and inscribed by Shatner with one of five different sayings in Shatner’s handwriting — each a nod to the actor’s Trekkie past.Timeless Voyager, made up of 1,000 unique collectibles, will feature highly detailed 2D art exploring the wonders of the universe and beyond in addition to unique IRL opportunities for select holders. Each 1:1 piece is beautifully illustrated with futuristic technology and celestial phenomena, inviting collectors on a boundless journey of exploration and discovery. The collection also delves into the mysteries of the universe, from quantum physics to the magic of starlight. With its imaginative illustrations and vivid colors, this captivating collection inspires curiosity and wonder. 

“William Shatner is an icon who has always been ahead of the trends and times, and he is an inspiration to all of us,” said Dave Broome, CEO and Co-founder of Orange Comet. “We are honored to have the opportunity to work alongside him and be a part of his professional journey. On a personal level, I’ve got to know what he’s drinking because he’s magically reversing the aging process… I’m hoping he’ll share his secret with me.”

Orange Comet, led by entertainment industry veteran Dave Broome, is a passion-driven company creating industry-defining digital content that tells a story with Hollywood-style production quality. The company prides itself on partnerships with iconic entertainment franchises, such as AMC’s The Walking Dead and Sir Anthony Hopkins, to build elite digital collectibles that serve superfans across the spectrum.

The Infinite Connections collection presale will go live on April 27, 3pm PT at  WilliamShatnerNFTs.com. In addition to traditional crypto payments with wallets; collectors and fans of Mr. Shatner will also be able to make purchases using their credit cards. 

For more info, go to WilliamShatnerNFTs.com and follow on social media @OrangeCometNFT.

ABOUT ORANGE COMET

Orange Comet is an industry leading Web3 game & entertainment company, creating premium content along with technology that visually blurs the lines between the real and virtual world. We are building communities and developing ecosystems in Web3 gaming, NFT digital collectibles and Web3 experiences for global audiences and fan bases attached to some of the biggest IP ever created in the world of entertainment, music, arts and culture. Our mission is to lead the charge in Web3 entertainment by engaging fans in ways they’ve never imagined, driven by superb content creation. Co-founded by Hollywood veteran TV and Film producer, Dave Broome, NFL Hall of Famer Kurt Warner, and Grammy award-winning music icons Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Orange Comet is powered by a passionate group of people that believe the future of entertainment and media is on the verge of major disruptive change through a variety of blockchain experiences. For more information, visit us at OrangeComet.com, as well as on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. 

ABOUT WILLIAM SHATNER

William Shatner has cultivated a career spanning over 60 years as an award-winning actor, director, producer, writer, recording artist, and horseman.  He is one of Hollywood’s most recognizable figures and a major philanthropist. He has won Emmys and also won a Golden Globe for his portrayal of eccentric lawyer “Denny Crane” on both The Practice and Boston Legal. He has received four additional Emmy nominations as well as other Golden Globe and SAG Award nods. 

Mr. Shatner currently is the host and executive producer of The UnXplained on The History Channel. From the producers of Ancient Aliens and The Curse of Oak Island, the one-hour, non-fiction series explores the world’s most fascinating, strange and inexplicable mysteries. Shatner continues to act, write, produce and direct while still making time to work with charities and further his passion in equestrian sports.  He lives in Los Angeles, CA.

EMBARGO: IMMEDIATE (MONDAY 22 MARCH 2021)

PRESS RELEASE: THIRD MILLENNIA AND LONDON TECH FIRM MATTEREUM LAUNCH CRYPTO-TECH ANTI-COUNTERFEIT VENTURE TO SAFEGUARD DIGITAL COMMERCE IN CULTURAL MARKETS

Blockchain authentication platform Third Millennia, founded by sci-fi legend William Shatner and collectibles expert Paul Camuso, has teamed up with London-based Mattereum to launch a new initiative to document the authenticity of collectibles on the blockchain.

The initiative features a series of Real World Asset Non-Fungible Tokens (rwaNFTs) to tokenize prized memorabilia and props chronicling two of Mr. Shatner’s historic roles from his iconic career: Captain Kirk of Star Trek and Denny Crane from Boston Legal. Other historic props from the Star Trek franchise, Titanic and Logan’s Run are also included. The Third Millennia authenticated items will be showcased at auction this week, hosted via OpenSea, with sign up information at ShatnerOnChain.com.

RwaNFTs, or “digital twins”, are blockchain tokens that denote digital ownership of a physical good stored on an immutable ledger. Third Millennia’s service Ocuver will deploy its considerable and wide ranging knowledge of the world of collectibles to ensure that the objects meet the collectors’ high expectations. Mattereum will bring Ocuver’s expertise to the blockchain with legally binding smart contracts.

William Shatner said: “I am thrilled that the first authenticated products from my new company, Third Millennia, are coming to auction. These figures, pieces and props represent a bold step into the future of consumer products where, using crypto technology, consumers can be assured of what they purchased. This is the future everybody.”

The partnership between Third Millennia and Mattereum bridges the virtual and physical divide, leveraging the collectibles expertise of Third Millennia and Mattereum’s technical knowhow and the security of blockchain technology to safeguard collectors. By certifying a physical product’s data throughout its entire lifecycle, the origin and ownership journey of goods are secure and trackable.

But these positive impacts will extend beyond luxury items and collectibles. With fake goods affecting everything from pharmaceuticals, machinery and labor practices – accounting for 3.3% of global trade, or over $500bn annually – the trust, transparency, and accountability created by digital authentication will revolutionize the fight against fraud and counterfeiting. This is especially crucial given the growing prominence of digital commerce in the worldwide post-pandemic economic recovery.

Vinay Gupta, founder and CEO of Mattereum, said: “First came crypto currencies, second came the defi revolution. The third wave of the crypto revolution is NFTs. NFTs crypto assets which are simple enough for anybody to buy and sell, and legally so clear that many major brands are issuing their own NFTs. Mattereum’s painstaking legal research and groundbreaking environmental agenda are here to support the full transformative potential of this revolution. On a personal note, I’d like to say that I never dreamed in a million years I’d ever get to launch a project with Mr. Shatner. You can’t imagine how cool this is for our entire team. Definitely the future we did not even know we could dream about.”

Paul Camuso, CEO of Third Millennia and an art and collectibles expert, said: “The core value proposition in business is the legitimacy of your brand. With counterfeit goods being so readily available, there needs to be a system in place for consumers to feel safe in purchasing luxury brands, art and collectibles. Third Millennia’s system of authentication is an effective method for ensuring consumer confidence in goods purchased in the primary and secondary markets. Consumers can feel assured that what they are buying is genuine and the system takes the doubt out of the history and provenance for future generations.”

Vinay Gupta and Paul Camuso are available for interview.

Photos of Mr Shatner are available on request.

For further information: alessandro@mattereum.com

ENDS

Notes to editors:

Auction

The auction website can be accessed at https://shatneronchain.com/

About Mattereum

London-based Mattereum was established in 2017 by a trans-disciplinary team with a track record in designing and launching nation state-level infrastructure and headed by former Ethereum release coordinator Vinay Gupta. Mattereum is the global leader in designing systems for digitally representing and trading valuable real world assets including fine art, gold, and real estate. More at: http://www.mattereum.com

About Third Millennia

Third Millennia is a blockchain authentication platform founded by William Shatner and Paul Camuso. It features the Ocuver digital authentication system that enables product data to be verified throughout its entire lifecycle. Products are tagged and their stories are trackable over time, meaning they can be tokenized and transacted on global cryptocurrency platforms, making them counterfeit and theft proof.

About OpenSea

OpenSea is the first and largest marketplace for user-owned digital goods, which include collectibles, gaming items, domain names, digital art, and other assets backed by a blockchain.

Mattereum Asset Passports

The Mattereum Asset Passport is a third-party verified digital identity for physical things stored on the blockchain. They can be assigned to a diverse range of asset classes including fine art, collectibles, luxury goods, aviation parts, consumer electronics, and many more.

The Mattereum Asset Passport bundles legal and digital agreements which denote true ownership of an object while providing secure digital provenance, certificates of authenticity, insurance frameworks, and dispute resolution. These smart legal agreements are cryptographically signed and secured on-chain and stored in distributed storage networks such as IPFS.  

Real World Asset Non-Fungible Tokens (rwaNFTs)

RwaNFTs (also referred to as “Digital Twins”) are backed by an underlying physical asset paired with Mattereum’s smart contracts, enabling warranties, insurance, and legal enforceability. This provides a fundamental building block for commerce on the blockchain. The “legal digital twin” is composed of expert opinions and machine-readable data sets, contained in a legal container.

William Shatner’s 2020 Harley-Davidson Yellow Fuse LiveWire

Imagine owning a Harley Davidson Bike signed by William Shatner?

You can bid now on this bike on eBay: HERE

Los Angeles, CA – Hot on the heels of the superb joint effort from William Shatner and Canned Heat comes a brand-new alliance that is sure to have music fans cheering. Former Rainbow and Deep Purple axeman and one of the most revered guitarists of the classic rock era, Ritchie Blackmore, joins Mr. Shatner for a deeply felt, heart-rending take on the blues classic “The Thrill Is Gone.” The song, perhaps best known by the smash hit version that B.B. King recorded in 1970, was actually written the same year that the young Mr. Shatner made his film debut in 1951. Since then it has been interpreted numerous times, but King’s version was the first to unite the soul-piercing lyrics with absolutely awe-inspiring guitar licks to create the definitive version of the song, and no doubt inspired the Shatner/Blackmore version. As a special treat, Blackmore’s wife and longtime collaborator in Blackmore’s Night, Candice Night, contributes background vocals to add even more pathos to this inspired track.

Mr. Shatner had this to say about the song, “The Thrill is Gone is the title of the song, but the thrill is there with Richie Blackmore and his great guitar!”

Stream the single: https://orcd.co/william_shatner_ritchie_blackmore

“Thrill” is a highlight of Mr. Shatner’s fantastic new album, The Blues, which is now available for pre-order on CD, vinyl, and digital. The album will feature a constellation of blues, rock and country performers who work together with Mr. Shatner to bring the blues to life including Sonny Landreth, Brad Paisley, Pat Travers, Tyler Bryant and more! Look for the album to be released October 2 courtesy of Cleopatra Records.

Order the CD: https://amzn.to/31vbQZQ

Order the Vinyl album: https://amzn.to/3jcNB8M

Track List:

1. Sweet Home Chicago feat. Brad Paisley
2. I Can’t Quit You Baby feat. Kirk Fletcher
3. Sunshine Of Your Love feat. Sonny Landreth
4. The Thrill Is Gone feat. Ritchie Blackmore
5. Mannish Boy feat. Ronnie Earl
6. Born Under A Bad Sign feat. Tyler Bryant
7. I Put A Spell On You feat. Pat Travers
8. Crossroads feat. James Burton
9. Smokestack Lightnin’ feat. Jeff “Skunk” Baxter
10. As The Years Go Passing By feat. Arthur Adams
11. Let’s Work Together feat. Harvey Mandel & Canned Heat
12. Route 66 feat. Steve Cropper
13. In Hell I’ll Be In Good Company feat. Albert Lee
14. Secrets Or Sins 

GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, June 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via NetworkWire — William Shatner continues his mission to
explore strange new worlds as he unveils memorabilia from his personal album via the WAX Blockchain. Mr. Shatner is releasing his nonfungible
token (NFT) collection on the WAX blockchain for fans all over the world to collect and trade. Some of the collectibles he has
digitized for this release have never before been seen by the public!

Collectors and fans will have the opportunity to win a golden collectible, which they can redeem for a real-life autographed headshot of
William Shatner, and one lucky person will be able to redeem a real-life autographed action figure of the actor.

This exclusive collection of Mr. Shatner’s most personal memorabilia will include intimate photographs from the Emmy and Golden Globe
Award-winning star’s personal life and film career, including a candid image of him hugging “Star Trek” co-star Leonard Nimoy.

Did we mention William will be the first person ever to literally “sink his teeth” into the blockchain? He is boldly putting his dental X-rays on
the blockchain as one of the most coveted Collector’s Edition collectibles!

The blockchain records every aspect of every collectible transaction and stores it forever. These blockchain records can’t be changed by
anyone and can be seen by everyone. Therefore, the blockchain is proof that the collectibles are authentic, and they can be traded or sold
at any time without ever taking a chance with a buyer or seller because it’s verifiable on the WAX Blockchain.

“I am delighted to be sharing curated images from my archives with not only the world, but with eternity,” Mr. Shatner said. “There is a
saying that putting something online is forever. I disagree. Putting something on a blockchain is forever. Working with WAX has been
delightful. I look forward to the exciting world of using blockchain technologies.”

Data for William Shatner cards on the blockchain includes:
* Detailed product specifications for each card, including the date it was created, its rarity, images of the card, proof of its
authenticity and more. With this information, collectors know exactly which cards they are trading – no guesswork, no need to
trust or verify other traders.
* Comprehensive ownership records that show who traded the card and when. Since everyone can see its full ownership history,
no one can ever fake ownership of a card.
* Complete trade and sale history, including how much money was paid for the cards and when. No one can ever fake previous
sale prices or dates.

More about William Shatner:

William Shatner has cultivated a career spanning over 60 years as an award-winning actor, director, producer, writer, recording artist and
horseman. He is one of Hollywood’s most recognizable figures and a major philanthropist. Additional information can be found at the official
William Shatner website via the following link: https://williamshatner.com/.

More about WAX:

WAX is the safest and most convenient way to create, buy, sell and trade virtual items – to anyone, anywhere in the world.

Hundreds of millions of people around the globe already trade digital and physical items. But the problems that plague the digital goods and
trading community have stunted its growth and kept it far beneath its full potential.

WAX has created a full suite of blockchain-based tools that allows anyone to trade digital or even physical items instantly and securely to
anyone, anywhere.

Participants of the Worldwide Asset eXchange gain access to a global community of collectors and traders, buyers and sellers, creators
and gamers, merchants, dApp creators, and game developers. For more information, please visit https://wax.io, and follow along
on Twitter, Facebook and Telegram.

WAX Blockchain Contact
Jassy Jackson
marketing@wax.io
(800) 203-2049

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