According to J.J.Abrams, William Shatner - the original Captain Kirk, of course - was offered a cameo in the upcoming Star Trek remake.

However, the director contends, the actor wanted the movie to focus on him and turned down this bit part. Shatner disagrees with that statement.

Check out the video below, where the Boston Legal star and his daughter reply to Abrams' explanation for the Star Trek snub: