Nick Carter wasn’t just in Vegas for music — the Backstreet Boys star got a major dose of sci-fi fandom last week. The pop icon attended Creation Entertainment’s STLV: Trek to Vegas 2025 Convention, snapping pics and hanging out with not one, but two Captains Kirk: William Shatner and Paul Wesley.
Sources tell TMZ the trio chatted for around 20 minutes, swapping stories, talking shop, and sharing mutual admiration for each other’s careers. Carter was reportedly genuinely starstruck, soaking up the rare opportunity to spend time with the legendary actors.
The Legacy of Capt. Kirk
Fans know William Shatner as the original Captain Kirk, who starred in the iconic Star Trek TV series and films, cementing himself as a sci-fi legend. Paul Wesley has brought the character to a new generation as Captain Kirk in Paramount+’s “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.”
The Vegas meetup bridged generations of Star Trek fandom, with Carter representing pop culture while connecting with two different eras of the same character.
Nick Carter: Balancing Sci-Fi Fandom and Music
Carter was already in Las Vegas for the Backstreet Boys’ “Into the Millennium” residency at the Sphere, delivering high-energy performances for fans. But for one day, it seems the pop star traded the stage for a Starfleet adventure.
Meanwhile, Shatner, 94 years young, continues to wow fans nationwide with convention appearances, proving that the original Captain Kirk is still going strong decades after his debut.
Vegas Fun: What Happened Next?
While it’s unclear if the trio hit the craps table after their chat, fans were thrilled to see Nick Carter geeking out with two generations of Captains Kirk, creating a rare pop culture moment that blends music and sci-fi fandom.
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