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that would have been cool to see you in the movie. damn.

That sucks, Wil, but it's great that you can see the positives from the whole episode.

Onwards with life!

Maybe we'll see you in the Super Remastered Extended Director's Cut in ten years. Have to say, I don't think I'll be able to not be a little disappointed when the movie comes out, though.

Glad you have a great attitude about it, too.

But one thing, man, quit talking on the phone while you're driving!

I got three words for ya Wil:

D-V-D (deleted scenes section)

Still sucks to hear though, It was the only reason I was going to see the movie. Saved me $8 they did!

NO WAIT!!!! No cutter talk! THAT'S EXACTLY WHY THERE ARE DVD'S - "DELETED SCENES"!!!!

Wil, you handled that with a great deal of tact and finese. You should be proud: It's not that you were a man about it - it's that you were adult about it. You worked, got paid and got to see friends: Who could ask for anything more? And hey, if you negotiated properly, when it comes out on DVD - if there's extra footage with you in it, then you'll get residuals! Smile!

You're still damn cool!

Your fan,

Jerry

Wil,

I was really looking forward to seeing you in Nemesis. It was one of the reasons I was going to see it. I am a big Wesley fan in the show and a big Wil Wheaton fan in life. Since I have been comming here,reading your blogs some or most of the things you write inspire me and keep me going each day. I am so sorry they cut you from the movie,one part of me says "hey deleted scenes will be on the DVD" but will they cut you there as well? Anyway I am glad you can look at it with a good perspective and not get upset. I wish you they best in all you do. Until your next post.

Matt......

Well, now I'll have to focus on the Stewart/Spiner stuff to keep wanting to see it... grr. But thanks for telling us. It's nice to know ahead of time.

Your attitude is refreshing... no bitter ranting and raving and some nice uplift at the end...:)

Keep on truckin' and we'll wait for cut scenes on the DVD.

Wil,

Sorry I won't be seeing you in the film, dude. Since I've come to know you through your blogs, it all makes sense, and I think there's a great sense of closure and maturity that comes through in your entry. That's a great thing to have, to be happy and satisfied with the little things that make each day worth finishing.

You the man.

I'm bitter, petty, and peon enough to think Berman sucks.

Whatever excess mojo I have from tonight, you can have.

And yeah, deleted DVD scenes.

But I'm glad you've got your head up and perspective on the situation. Your good karma definitely is past due.

wow, wil. it's not just turning 30 that marks a passage into adulthood, i guess. your calm and perspective are inspiring.

Absolutely, bring on the DVD deleted scenes! That is disappointing because I was really looking forward to seeing you in the film. Aah well. You're a rockstar, Wil.

Wil - you have a GREAT attitude about everything and are an inspiration to us all.

And I would buy the DVD when it comes out just to see that scene.

snip:
"I have realised what's important in my life since April, and they are at the end of my drive." ... "Somewhere in Brooklyn, Wesley Crusher falls silent forever."

Sooner or later it happens to us all. We have to let go of something from the past. Whilst not as profound as your moment Wil, for me it happened last week while I was going through my vinyl collection. My favourite tune of all time had warped in the heat, and I can't buy another copy because it's been deleted for about 10 years.

There’s nothing wrong with remembering the past (even with a slight rose tinted haze), as long as it doesn’t stop you from living in the present.

That’s my thought for the day anyway.

Hey man. Not a Star Trek fan, but I loved Stand By Me -- made me want to cry when I was a kid -- so I just found your site, though I had heard you talking about it on Bob and Tom or some station a while ago. You're on to something here, and I am impressed.

Sorry about the cut scene, reading what you said about it made me all the more impressed. -Michael

Hey Wil, this is Wil (yes, another Wil with one L, and people give me as much grief as Anne Robinson gave you.)
Class act. Pretty mature for a thirty year old. I look forward to seeing your "cut" scenes on the DVD someday. Keep yer chin up.
Wil G-M

Hey Wil.. too bad about that. I've actually had the same thign happen, albeit I was merely an extra (but it was a close-up dammit!).

I'm working on a script (I've been working on it for years) and if you ever want to read for a no-budget comedy/drama, let me know..

All the best,
Ian (fellow Farker)

So, after I'm thirty I'll be able to act mature too? Woohoo!
I'm sure I speak for all your long-term readers when I say that we find Wil's Free Online Therapy(tm) fascinating and moving. Glad you feel you've really moved on since earlier this year. Time is the great healer, and all that.

We're still waiting for the book, by the way. :)

Man, I feel bad for you. I so wanted you to be in it.

I hate Rick Berman and I do not like his style with Star Trek at all. I prefer Roddenberry's style instead.

I hope they put you back on the DVD version.

I certainly won't be seeing the movie in the theaters. They just saved me 8 bux.

We love you Wil!

Wil, I love the way you tell a story. The ending brought tears to my eyes.

Not being a trekkie, the only reason I'd have to see the film would be to see an actor who has proven his ability act... you're no longer in it? Won't be seeing it! Don't worry Wil... You're a great actor, funny and talented! The best is yet to come for you!

A die-hard trekkie wouldn't care that the movie was 3 hours long...I'd still have watched it. ['LOTR' Anyone?] I will probably still go see it, I just won't be as excited. I have to admit, like everyone else here, I was hoping [wishing?] to see you in it. Won't be the same, man.

Everyone have a good rest of the week, and fabulous weekend. Esp Wil, Anne & the boys.

Way to handle, Wil. You certainly have your priorities straight, and that's a great thing.

We all now wait with bated breath for the DVD. :)

Wil,

Have been a fan since you did "Stand by Me". Would have been great to see you on the big screen as Wesley again, but at least you won't be pigeon-holed and end up making a living doing appearances at conventions and radio-spots for "NameYourPriceForAirfare.com".

And don't take this as sarcasm, but I can TOTALLY see you playing Sirius Black in the third Harry Potter film. You should seriously have your agent work on that.

Keep at it.

Wil:
Have to say that I'm sorry about the cut. But you show your classiness and mature insight by focusing on the positive. You got to re-connect with some cool folks that you love and love to work with. You actually had civil conversation with a guy that years ago you probably would have hung up on (or he on you). Look at this whole thing as a "milepost marker" on your journey. Shit, even as I say that, I know it sounds lame. . .but it's true. You have left Wesley Crusher behind now, finally.
You ARE the man and the reason I keep coming to hang out at this place. Soapbox is fun too, but I like to resonate with your emotions and thoughts as you pour them out in your log. You have a posse that would probably do anything for you (like buy you a computer) and don't care about Wesley. . .we care about YOU. I just wish I lived closer to CA and could come see your group perform live.
Still, there must be some disappointment. So healing mojo is being sent your way, man. Hell, I think I'll probably wait for the DVD's to come out anyway with the "director's cut".

Peace,

Ahud

Well, damn it!! Here I was hoping to get to see Wesley Crusher one last time. Oh well, suppose it is better that they clip a scene here and there than risk turning a good film into a long drawn out affair. I mean,what if DUNE (Lynch's version) had actually keep all of the film in it. 4 hours was long enough of a film, though not long enough for the story.

Wil,
I think putting you in the new movie would have been great. The problem is, if you were to come back, you would have to come back as that time traveling smart guy you turned into. That would have been awesome to see you in the flick.
I have been a Star Trek fan since I was a kid and every time I see it it brings back memories, although I'm sure for you they are much stronger.
All I can say is to make sure you do what makes you happy. You have been in some good movies and shows and no one can take that away. You may even be able to be on the new Star Trek series: Enterprise as the character you turned into. Hey, you never know with Star Trek...
Well, have a good one and keep on keeping on (whatever that means)...

"...better get the DVD of it. That's where all the Wil Wheaton stuff is."

I'll say it.

I am a complete loser with a tiny, tiny penis.

Sounds like you've got things in perspective, Wil. Congratulations on discovering the true meaning of life (IMHO).

This is the most bizarre site I have ever come across in the entirety of the internet. Wil Wheaton is an internet legend, and to see his words with my own eyes gives me a kind of bizarre otherworldly feeling. It's very unreal to see human-like reactions from otherworldly figures of media hype and anti-hype. It's a good lesson in perspective.

Oh producers like Berman full of it.
I thought Wesley was the next evolutionary step of man? I thought Wesley can leave and re-enter reality at his bidding? Wesley, therefore, could have appeared in ANY part of the film. Instead Wesley was written into an obviously throwaway scene.
It may be of small consolation but at least you were asked to take part in filming...apparently Majel Barrett wasn't even asked to be in Star Trek: Generations.
Berman will get his come-uppins...you'll see. And don't make this Berman guy suddenly seem like an angel cause his office had you call him.

bleh!

I am a complete loser with a tiny, tiny penis.

"Because I have a secret...and they are at the end of my drive." Tear in my eye. You are the best, Wil.

Hi,
...It's really sad! When I heard that you'll be in the neXt Trek movie I was happy..and more than happy, I was smiling on the whole day, and I thought that I'll be going to watch it, to by it on video....but now..nothing to do. I love Star Trek for long. I loved Wes when I firstly saw him(you was the only whom I knowd from the TNG from the Houdini film, and I just thought that Patrick Stewart a great actor, because he looks like that, but in that period I don't know nothing from the others!)....After this movie I really wanted to break with the Star Trek! I saw everything what I want..well not exatly. Just 2 more eps. : First duty and Journeys end in hungarian!! But that is really good that you see the good side of the things!!:)) And maybe there is a place for Wesley in the XI. Trek movie!:D
I wish you everything good!!

you suck.

I say this because I am a complete loser with a tiny, tiny penis.

No! Dammit Jim! I'm sad to hear that, but I'm impressed (not surprised) by your composure in the face of adversity.

Well, THAT took guts to say, tn.

Will,
It's a shame but I'm impressed that you have your priorities straight. A lesson I could learn. Keep at it.

To Kieran: Gees, you are the one who needs to get a life.

Oh well. By the way, I read on TVBarn.com yesterday that "Win Ben Stein's Money" is being cancelled. (You may recall that Wil nearly got the job last year as the new sidekick on that show). Karma chameleon, you come and go....

Next up for Ben is a little something called "Read Ben Stein's Resume". :-)

...and I think that Mr Berman could be that someone who is really great!
I was, I am and I'll be your fan..FOREVER!

Sad to hear. But you'll always have fan support when you're 40, 50, and 100. Unfortunately you'll also have tremendous asses thinking they're digging your soul underneath their boots. But hey, at least you're not fat or anything. Where am I going with this? Oh, well. Thanks again for the Farkman memories.

Wil,

This may sound lame, but you have gotten to do something most people will only dream of and being a celebrity with all of its trappings...

I think you should hang in there, focus on the family and keep your chin up.

Anyway, VERY few people who have ever been associated with Hollywood ever walk away with a good attitude. You did. Count that as a victory.

Drew

Just the other day me and my wife were wondering whatever happened to the Wesley character on ST:NG, and that it would be neat to see him in one of the new movies to explain what he's been up to. Guess that's not going to happen now. Good to see you taking it with such grace. We'll look for the scenes on the DVD, that's for sure.

I'm sorry to hear that your part got cut, but very happy to hear that you've found your center & know what's really important in life. Joy to you!

If I could've let flesh-eating ants loose in Wesley Crusher's shorts, I'd have done it. But you're you, and ten times as cool as the fictional ensign was lame. Now I'm pissed; not that I won't be seeing Wesley, but that I won't be seeing Wil.

what drew said

That sucks. Forget about it, focus on new adventures and never look back.

*sigh*

Bigger and better things, Wil...

There's always the director's cut on the DVD...

Wil, apologies for the moronic Farkers who are posting all the shit about you on your comments board. I came here from there as well and I guess you of all people know how it goes. I wouldn't feel too bad anyway when it comes to some anonymous dick, who, mustering all the wit and biting sarcasm at his command, can only come up with "you suck". Pretty obvious who the loser is in that contest - (Wil=actor/writer/internet w/actual future and family vs. Dick who writes "you suck" and probably lives in his mom's basement and spends his days whapping off to net porn and wishing he hadn't gotten fired from Domino's.) Anyways, I think it sucked, you're taking it better than I am, sounds like. I think they're really underestimating the amount of folks on the net who like you and would like to see a grown-up Wesley kick a little ass and bring the role some long overdue dignity. Screw 'em, I say. Anyways, it's just the Star Trek movie of the week, it's not like you got cut from The Godfather or something. Their loss.

I am so sad! I've been looking forward to Star Trek X for a while now, and I was so excited to hear that you were making an appearence. . . I think it's just tragic that you've been cut. I'm certainly far less excited now. . .

Awesome attitude, Wil.
Really, the ONLY attitude- if actors got upset every time their scenes were cut they'd... wait, no wonder so many are in therapy and rehab!
Back on track... your attitude makes you one of the lucky ones. At the risk of sounding condescending, I'm proud of you, Unca Wil.

Wow. Fantastic entry Wil. Great to see you with a such a positive outlook!

Wil, are you trying to make me cry???

Tough luck Wil, but great positive spin. And everyone's right about the DVD bits.

Wil,

Congrats on finding Peace of Mind. You showed how much of a class act you are. You deserve a pie!

Wil, I've got to admit I'm disappointed that you won't be in Trek X after all, I was looking forward to thinking of Wesley as an adult. But, the fact is, Wesley is a fictional character and you're a real live adult. Congratulations, you've learned how to prioritize and you know that a loving family is more important than a scene in a movie. I know I'm just this nobody on the computer, and my opinion means diddly, but I'm proud of you, Wil!

By the way, ever notice that when Picard says, "Fire at will!", Riker looks nervous?

Great outlook on the situation, Wil. You handled it with grace and a professionalism rarely seen in the business.

Wil,
I am saddened to see this. I can honestly say I was looking forward to seeing you in this movie, if only for a moment. I always wondered what Wesley Crusher was doing.
You are truly the bigger man in how you handled this. I congratulate you on that.

We'll miss Wesley, but he's on to bigger and better things...and so are you. IT's wonderful that at least someone in hollywood knows how to live in the RIGHT NOW. Siddhartha would be very very proud, I think. Rock on, Wil.

Damn it. If that's not part of your life anymore and you aren't invested in it, that's a Good Thing, but ... well, I haven't seen a Trek movie in the theaters for years. I would have seen this one to see you in it. Now it's just one more big budget special-effect Trek-franchise movie that's going to go right past me, and I won't care either. It's good that you don't mind, but damn it, I do. I haven't given a rat's asshole for Trek in years, and it appears that that's not going to change anytime soon.

If they cut you they better not have left the part with Kate Mulgrew in it. Did they cut Whoopi out too? With that aside, do you know if this is going to be the last film?

Ben

"Somewhere in Brooklyn, Wesley Crusher falls silent forever."

Nah...there's always the webbies with ways that get those cuttings on somewhere...someplace.

I'm officially not seeing the movie.

'Second star to the right...and straight on til morning.'

Keep your head up,ensign. Love the site and just wanted to post my well-wishes.

phew. Terribily good entry. Lamentations and condolences, Wil.

they better put you in the DVD release
I now know I will not see the film until it hits the $ theatres

Damn, Wil! This movie seemed so perfect for your reappearence. A straight number ST-movie.The fans would have loved seeing someone the kids might not remember at first sight.
BUT after reading the blog and being in the soapbox for three months I am pretty sure that you are not only more than Wesley. You belong to the lucky people which can see the small things in life which make it wonderful and are so much more important than saying: "The interstellar matrix is out of equllibrium so fix it with anti-matter chewing-gum."
I'm sure there will be at least 2 more TNG movies and you probably will be seeing your friends again on set. I hope it is more sad for us than for you.
Still I hope for deleted scenes on the dvd release!!!

Hey, fuck em. When the movie tanks, at least you can say "Thank God I wasn't in that piece of shit."

Oh, darn, Wil. I know this is disappointing for you, but I'm proud of you for taking it so well, just as I was proud of myself for my calm reaction to a disappointing job interview last week. All we can do is hold our heads up high and just keep moving forward with our lives. And hey, at least increased maturity is one good thing that comes with getting older. :)

Ouch. I feel for you, but it's great to hear that you've discovered one of the great truths of life. "We are each responsible for our own happiness." And from reading these posts I can give you one more positive to dwell on - You have more friends that you've never met than most people have friends.

As one with theatrical aspirations (cliche) who is just a few shy of 30 himself (another cliche) and recovering from the aftermath of noteworthy soulbaring (incredibly cliche), your words synced rather well with the wave of my own thought processes. I'm currently putting my own internal too-damn-smart-for-his-own-good 15 year old to bed one last time.

Thanks for being a fellow mental face in the crowd.

Cory.

A very cool storyline with no ending. Bummer. You give Berman way too much credit.

Dammit Wil! You're a cool cat, how the fark could you keep your head? I would've been slathering that slimy rich jerk with gobs of vulgarities until the sun didn't shine! But no, not you. Jeez you're too nice, better get out of Hollywood, they'll eat you alive. Hey Telly Savalez punched me in the face when I was a 14 year old kid for asking for an autograph. You had no qualms. See what I'm saying?

It's interesting, Wil. I grew up on Star Trek: The Next Generation. I relate a lot to the character that you presented. While a lot of other people saw a whiney assed kid, I saw someone who had to struggle with the fact that he was very much different from the people who were around him. A person who has very high skills always intimates others who do not, reguardless of any behaviour they attempt. I was shocked and surprised to learn that you are actually older than I am by six months. In the last twenty years I have made a lot of decisions about what is and is not important. Money, sex, age. All of that can come and go. It is the people that love you and care about you that are the only thing that makes a difference. You are very blessed to have a family, for I am still looking for that "perfect woman" that complements me. And, you've demonstrated something that I've only learned in the last year, myself. A person chooses how they react to a situation. You have wisely choosen that in the end, being in the movie isn't worth wasting any emotions on. "Waste" that extra emotion on loving your family.

P.S. I think they're shits for not making a three-hour movie. A good story and all its pieces aren't dependant on time. :)

I'm happy for you Wil. You know what I'm talking about. And so well written. It lived.

Sorry to hear it Wil. At least you got to hear it first hand, though, instead of 2nd or even third hand, fourth hand would've been worse.

I'm still looking forward to your re-occurring character on "Enterprise".....what do you mean..... that was ......HEY!! No fair!!

I was hoping to read about it first on your website, but I got it second hand at FARK.

Live long and prosper, Wil Robinson, and may the horse be with you.

Sorry to hear the news, Wil.

But, still, I think what you've built at WWDN is so much valuable than Star Trek. What you've got here is truly exceptional.

You misspelled "germane".

If I hadn't been there when you broke the news to us and I hadn't seen how quickly we all brushed it off with my own eyes, I might be a bit skeptical about your feelings.

Heh, but the truth is, we may have pondered on it for hours and I was too busy people watching, trying to figure out why someone wore football pants to a bar on a weekend night and why that someone was a woman and, of course, too concerned with drink.

At least we've got Fado's.

---Well done- you have showed your true adulthood and the changes you have gone through.
- Your right you know no one can take away the two days you had to get to fil, the movie- Like They say- DVD baby!!! DVD- we will all look for you in those delted scences and there better be a commentary of Rick Berman as well, who know he let you do some Narrating as well- That would be cool!! After all you are still a part of the Star Trek Family always and forever.

--We must remember what we want isn't always in the best intrests of the Creative outlook- The last Star Trek movie Has got to go outwith a BANG not a wimper--Artistic intregrity-

Chin up Wil we all love you and look forward to your other endevers....:)

Some of your blurbs have the feel of some notes you've just scribbled on a napkin, but for the most part I love your writing style. You tell a good story.

Well, this annoys me. I was seriously looking forward to seeing Wesley Crusher one more time.. before totally giving up on Star Trek. I grew up watching TNG as a kid, and later on eventually began to appriciate DS9.

Since this will probably be the last TNG movie.. and the last new Star Trek I will probably ever see, it is saddening that there won't be much closure to the character W. Crusher. You make Berman sound like a pretty nice guy, but honestly, he seems like an ass to me. I credit him and Brannon Braga for screwing up Trek (Have you seen Voyager and the new series Enterprise? Les morceaux de merde). You do have a good attitude about it all... lol I bet if that happened to William fucking Shatner, he'd pitch a fit!

Laura

Am I the only one who completely feels indifferent to Star Trek now?

Those sons of biatches!

The important question is, do you still get paid?

dammit it would've been great to see you in the movie Wil.

dude you are the farking man. It'll turn up on the DVD. Besides it could be worse. You could be Eddie Murphy.

Maaaan...this really ticks me off...We haven't seen Wil Wheaton in Star Trek for, what, like, ten years now?! We've seen the main players, sure, but we ALWAYS see them. I've been a fan of TNG since the beginning; I was in THIRD GRADE then...and am still a HUGE fan today! One of the things I was looking forward to the MOST was the beginning of Nemesis; Seeing you in Trek again, Wil, would have been worth the seven bucks to get in. I think you just need to forward all our comments to Rick Berman. I mean, we've seen PLENTY of other movies run for three hours! Braveheart; Lord of the Rings; Star Wars Episode II...I mean, three hours is NOT all that significant if it's done right; being an actor myself, I understand that if a play, musical, or movie is SLOW and BORING and runs for three hours, the audience should demand a full refund...but, if it's done RIGHT....then no one will notice it took three hours; they'll just notice if it was GOOD. And it really, really would have been had your scene remained. If you don't want to forward our comments, post an email address for us to do so!!
Thanks, and do take care. We're still watching; we never quit.
Your fan,
Brandon

That's too bad Wil. At least you had a good time doing it. I would have really enjoyed seeing the whole crew reunited.

Hey there. That sucks about getting cut. I wish I had the same outlook as you do. But that's what makes us individuals.

I also wanted to say that I enjoy reading your site, and that it inspired me to start up my own web log.

I stole a few of your thoughts, but only a few. Hope you don't mind. Nothing that would be copy written, so I think I am safe.

If you have the time and feel generous, i'd welcome the visit.

www.PaulKohler.net

later..

Mr. Wheaton, I did not like your character in The Next Generation, and I still do not. Neither does my long-time friend Asher. (Sadly, my wife does not share our love for sci-fi!) But we hated your character simply because we love to hate your character! Your character in TNG was just as important as any other main character in that you were deeply woven into the fabric of the franchise by the end of the first season of TNG. Whether any of us liked your character or not is besides the point: you were there regardless and I for one am not happy that your character was cut from Nemesis. It would have been great to hate your character once again! So I do hope, as my friend Asher does, that you will return to ST as soon as is damn possible! With hate and admiration, charles...

Well, I'm glad you're not upset about being cut, but I'm a little dissapointed. Well, I hope they include it on the DVD.

Hi Wil.

I can`t tell you how sorry I am right now. Seeing you in that movie would have been so perfect. Closure, right? I am glad, however, that you take it so well.
One question, though: Why Brooklyn? I don`t get it...

Hi Wil

im still a huge star trek fan, so ill go and see nemesis. its a shame you wont be in it, but ill have my fingers crossed for the deleted scenes on the dvd.

Good luck on future business.

J

Hopefully your scene will be in the dvd.

Hope to see you on the DVD, Wil. I'd have prefered that they gave theatres the option to play the 3-hour version... I definitely would've preferred to have seen that one. Dang.

Hey Wil-

Sucks that your scene got cut! Since it did get cut are you able to tell us what your scene was about/like??

Way to handle the situation like a man! Good job.

I also got cut from the film. I am not mad because my part was real small. You see I'm an ant. Us ants are small. So I think I wouldn't have made much of an impact on the story anyway. Keep your head up Wil. I always do.

Timmy the Ant

Wil,
I actually have tears in my eyes from your post. And it wouldn't be the first time. Every now and again you write something truly moving and wise that it makes me what to be a better citizen.

I grew up watching ST:TNG and had the most massive crush on you. I think you were the first of the geeky cool (like Kramer and Weezer).

Sorry about your cut scenes. You were the ONLY reason I was going to see the movie in the first place. They lost my $10 and maybe I'll rent the DVD but ONLY if your cut scenes are included.

Thanks for everything, Uncle Willie.

Your pal,
Patti

Sorry to hear about the cut, Wil.

Contrary to a post up above, virtually all the comments over on Fark are messages of support, even people from whom I'd least expect it.

You've managed to unite Fark.

Now that's an achievement!

Wow.
Well done, as trite as that sounds, it's not meant that way. That's a huge personal leap for someone to take, to not be devastated or even slightly negative about such an experience.

It's pretty huge.

I have to admit that the last line sent my heart cold and got me pretty sad! "Somewhere in Brooklyn, Wesley Crusher falls silent forever."

Very beautifully written, Wil!
I'm sorry this happened to such a great human being, and to a character I miss a great deal.

Here's to Star Trek XI... Wesley Strikes Back.

Cut scenes on the DVD, maybe?
One could always hope.
Congrats on finding your Trek Zen.

-b

why don't us fans start a petition to send to Berman to include the deleted Wesley scenes on the DVD? it's one thing to hope they'll include it on when it comes out, but it's another thing to petition him for it. Berman might not be thinking about putting it on the DVD, but if enough of us fans garner support, they might think about it.

I mean, how many of us were gonna go see it in the theatres just because Wil was gonna be in it? and how many are NOT going now? highlight that, and when you send the petition, say that they will sell even MORE DVDs if they include Wil's scenes, because that's what a sizable chunk of the fans want.

after all, isn't it the fans dictate what sells and what doesn't?

Viva Wil! Long live Wesley!

Wil - what can I say that hasn't been said here already, a couple dozen times over. It would've been great to see you in the theatrical release, but, as you know, "deleted scenes" have a way of turning up, not just on the DVD version (everyone: lobby Paramount now!), but in other contexts as well. (I seem to recall that Star Treks II and VI, in particular, got some extra footage when they were broadcast, including Rene Auberjonois' part as Colonel West in VI.)

In the meantime, you've proven that you care a lot more about Star Trek as a whole than you do about your place in it (which no one can *ever* take away from you), and I'm convinced you care about it a lot more than certain beancounters at Paramount do. (I suppose three hours would've been a bit much, but, hey, Titanic was longer than that, and it did all right. Yeah, I know, apples and oranges...)

Meantime, you've got your Arena gig, your comedy group, and your loving family. From where I'm sitting, you've got it pretty darn good. But you knew that.

hey i dont mind that your cut form the movie even though i did want to see you in it but the movie should be great ive been waitching star trek since i was 5 years old hehe seson 4 of tng so they better add you in the dvd and all the cuts sense.

"Somewhere in Brooklyn, Wesley Crusher falls silent forever."

Wil, don't say that!!!! *sniffsniff* :(

Beldraen said:

"P.S. I think they're shits for not making a three-hour movie. A good story and all its pieces aren't dependant on time. :)"

AMEN TO THAT!!!!

and if they at least won't put the deleted scenes on DVD, i'll never ever see the movie, and that's too bad... i really was looking forward to it...

grrrr...damn those moronic producers!! >:/

Hey, recently found your journal. At first I thought it was some sick fan pretending to be you :) I used to watch Star Trek TNG in high school and college and I actually always liked the Wesley Crusher character, it's too bad you won't be in the next movie. You seem like a cool guy too.

Dang. I actually wanted to cry when I read that, Wil. Now I really don't want to see the movie.

It's wonderful to see you taking this so well. It's of course not the end of the world, and something better WILL come along. You're a great untapped resource. My fingers are crossed for you. Never mind that makes it hard to type.

--angeline

Wil - let me jsut say that this is dis-heartning, and that I was only goign to see the movie if you were in it. The script didnt' look intresting, butthe excitement of seeing the original cast was cool.

That's sad. I was actually looking forward to seeing the character again - it's been years, after all. We would have seen how Wesley Crusher has grown and matured over the years. Would have really done the character justice.
Glad you found something far more important at the enmd of your driveway though. Good luck!

Like you, I love ST...so I'll definitely see the movie. But I was looking forward to seeing Wesley all grow'd up.
I've been stalling on the purchase of a DVD player until the price drops below that of an ice cream cone...but this might just force my hand.

>> I have realized what's important in my life since April..

Welcome to the real world, dude. I get there sometimes myself. Very well spoken...

Never mind, Wil. It's clear that they're keeping you so that next time you appear, in ST XI, they can have you appear with Ashley Judd :-))))

I would sure like to see Wil's scences on the Nemesis DVD.

But hey, the real Wil is better than Wesley anyway, and thanks to WWDN we get pretty good coverage.

I've always wanted to produce and direct a film, do you want to write a screenplay for me?

Sorry to hear the bad news, that said, you have a very healthy and positive view of the situation.

Wil, I was psyched to see you in the movie. You handled the news with grace. I'm not far from 30 myself and I wouldn't mind coming home to the scene you described.

It's a time of upheaval and renewal, death and birth. We suffer the loss, deny, grieve, celebrate, and emerge into a different world.

But for some reason Lou Rukeyser still looks like the Cabbage Patch Kids version of George Washington.

Damn. This kid's good. :)

CG, first-time visitor whose last online contact with WW was on the freaking Mindspring BBS!

Hey Wil,

Sorry that you were cut i think that my Friend will be more upset then I am but then again you are totally her favorite actor. Don't get me wrong you are my favorite actor too. I will most likely go and see the movie anyway but that is the kind of geek I am. lol. So anyway...
At least you had fun though right?!?!
Looking forward to your next post.

Justine...

Remember, mantra after me:
W.W.W.W.D.?

Wow. You're good.

To look on the bright side, even though your scene didn't make it into the theatrical release, there is always DVD!

Well, I for one hope your part will be on the DVD!!!

Smooth. I do hope they add those deleted scenes to the DVD. (Not like that hasn't been mentioned 1000 times already) I was looking forward to seeing ya in a ST:NG film. Ah, Fark it. We will go see it the night it opens anyway.
Later, mang!
Prime

ps. Ya ever get out Albuquerque way, let us Farkers know.

Formula for blockbuster movie;
Girls
Guns
Explosions
Midgets
Animals
and Girls w/guns (trust me, never fails...)

Hi Wil,
My brother is currently living in LA aspiring to be an actor. I have heard stories like this from him often. I have to say I admire your outlook on the situation and only hope that as my brother continues to follow his dream, he too learns that the important things are right in front of him. I will also tell you what I always tell my brother, continue to follow your dream. To put up with that industry from a young age and not be a serial killer says a lot about your character and strength. Good luck to you and thanks for the good reads.

"rolling in Nigerian money"

Now THAT'S funny ! ! !

Aggggggh. I was ok until the last sentence. Then I felt sad. All is well.

Hot Damn. How can you hate Wesley Crusher after reading a post like this?

=thomas

Well, I no longer have impetus to see the movie, which is saving me money at least! Go Will!

You're a great guy, Will. You have no idea how much I appreciate what you write. Thanks for being real.

~ M.

I know it would have been nice for you to have that one last chance on screen with the people you love.

For those of us that were looking forward to seeing you in it, we'll pay homage by shouting out "Wesley Lives" or something on the premire night of the movie during the scene you were supposed to be in (the reception on the E, right?)

Or maybe I'll get all my friends to buy William Fucking Shatner T-Shirts and we'll all wear them that night.

Oh well, the Universe just had other plans for you ;)

You GO, booooy :)

I was never a fan of Wesley Crusher, but I AM a fan of the real Wil Wheaton. When he stood up (and wrote), I took notice and stayed. Star or not, you've such character and personality we all consider you a friend, or at least a part of our daily lives. :)

Best wishes to you and your family....

Wil, it dont mean a thing...shit happens, you thought the right thoughts and said the right thing...bravo

p.s "Life is what happens to you while your busy making other plans"-John Lennon

Well I guess I'll wait till it hits DVD and hopefully they will add in that 48 minutes they cut out. I know that they had to cut a bunch from Generations (cut footage made it on the net). Sorry to hear they had to cut your scene, kind of stupid they had to cut your small scene. It didn't add anything to the movie? Um a part of the movie deals with how things are changing. Part of the crew leaves, etc. Sorry to hear about that wil.

I'm sorry hear about your getting cut from the movie. I half expected it... i read all those rumours too and saw it coming too.

Too bad you were cut, I remember the day I told my friends "Wil Wheaton's gonna be in Nemesis!" and they all just gave an evil glare at me.

Now just becuase you were cut doesn't mean that I'm not going to see the movie. The first time I saw the trailer for Nemesis in the theater I sat there with the biggest smile on my face and I grinning like an idiot for at least an hour after the movie I was watching finished.

The last TNG movie looks like it will be a blast to watch. I can't wait for it to open. I hope you WWDN readers don't abandon/boycott it just b/c Wil's not there. Wil will see it, so should you!

Wil,

Actually, I am more concerned that they even have 3 hours shot! Sounds like too much fluff (or dare I say effectz?) in it... I'd rather see the characters working together showing their familial bonds as they unite against a common enemy (ala Khan!) but if Berman & Co. spend more time on special effectz rather than giving people a true story, well, Nemesis won't be any better than that lameass Clones!

Bah, read the script (atleast one version of it), didn't remember being that enthralled, heard Wil was going to be in it, thought maybe I'd go see it... now I find this, figure I'll save the cash and skip it now. ;)

wil: it ain't over yet kid...this time your absence will speak louder than your presence would have...in previous trek films we didn't expect to see you...with "nemesis" an expectation of a "wesley crusher" sighting was generated...and next time will be demanded...to breathe some life into the trek franchise they need some 30 something youth as one of the main players...i think you could handle that...but even if "wesley" is really silent forever...you already seem to have more than you ever had before...and what's even better...you seem to know it...to understand it why this disapointment is not the end of the world...but maybe just the beginning of the things that are really gonna matter for the long run.

I hope the DVD has some kind of "extended version" option where we can watch the original, 3-hour version. I was really looking forward to finding out how your character was coming back, Wil. This really ticks me off. Crusher deserved a comeback. You know what would be really cool? If you could get a deal on making a special "Wil Wheaton Edition Nemesis DVD" with all kinds of interviews with you and (all of this if you're willing of course) commentary and definitely your picture on the cover! I'll throw this idea Berman's way. catch ya later, Wil!
Nic

Hi Wil!

First of all, i just cant understand why the hell the producers cant live with a 3 hours movie. Why????
If its a good one, why cuting some scenes? I just dont get it. I want the entire version of the movie and i'd pay and extra for it, so why B&B are so lame that they need to cut 48 minutes from it? Its more than an entire episode (as you mentioned it) and it should be important anough to keep it.

At least, if they want to cut something, let's be sure that every crew member will be in the movie. I like Wesley Crusher. This character is very good and well played. And, beside, he is the only teenage point of view in StarTrek Universe.
Is our future for the young generations? Of course! So why keeping them away from StarTrek?

What can i do to get the ENTIRE movie WITH YOU PART? I suppose i'l need to wait for the DVD version?

StarTrek TNG was the best TV Show Ever! And Wesley Crusher is, as every crew members, an important part of it.

I hear sometimes some trolls who express their hate for Wesley and i cant understand why! I think its because they are fuck*n jealous because you where in it and they couldn't

Live long and proper, Wil

Marc Chapleau, a french speaking fan from Montreal city (Quebec, Canada)

You're still the most adorable boy in the world!

DUDE!!!!!

THAT #*&@^%# SUCKS!!!!!
Ya know!!.....I'm a big Trek Fan....So, make a 3 hour movie for christ sake!!!! Do you think I'm gonna bitch about it!!!!!

Sorry Wil..

Being an actor really bites sometimes!

Darn.

But honestly, if this site is a closer indication of Wil Wheaton than Wesley Crusher was, I like the real guy better anyway.

I will go and most likely love the movie, and I will envy the part you got to play in its creation. And admire you for being the best example of a grown up I've seen in a while, because of this essay. Thanks.

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NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!! OMG!! OMG!!!! OMG!!!!!!!!!! THIS CAN'T HAPPEN!!!!! I WANTED TO SEE YOU IN THERE!!!! I'm crying and sobbing right now!! *sniff* *sniff* *snobbs* I'm soooooooo sorry!!! That was just not right!! Rick is up to something and I can feel it!!! Promise I'll try to find out!!! I gotta go cry now!!!!! :'-( BYE!!!!! *snobbs* *sniffs*....

~~*Gooniegirl*~~ *****
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Wil,

Just like a lot of the people in this commentary, I really was looking forward to seeing you in the movie. However, DVDs are wondeful. Hopefully they'll have a lot of your deleted scenes footage (a lot of the extra stuff is like another movie).

I'm glad though that you've enjoyed being with loved ones, and you got paid for it too (*Bonus*). Until your next post, have a wonderful evening!

:)

Well, as long as you're happy, Wil, what does it matter that you're not in a movie. You'll be remembered by your fans for all of your years on the show anyway. Life's too short to focus on the things that don't really matter.

Will,

i'm really sorry man. I had hoped to be able to see you in that movie. damn, well. look at it this way, in the DVD they should have the deleted parts of the movie..*i hope*

ok does anyone know why they can't make the movie 3hrs??? does it cost more money or something. i was looking foward to a long great movie w/ Whoopie, Wil, and my favorite captain, Janeway. Well i know kate will still be in the movie because she gives Picard his orders so her role is important but anyway im jus wonderin wuts the big deal about a 3hr movie. I jus hope they make an extended version movie jus like they are doin w/ LOTR or have a feature where the deleted scenes can be inserted like in X-Men

Wil, i say u talk to Rick and let him know how all the star trek fans would love a 3 hr movie and convince him to put your part in again as well as anything else removed

I can't wait to sit in front of my tv, with a glass of juice on one hand, some popcorn on the other, and the Nemesis DVD playing in my DVD player, all three hours of it.

Wil, you inspire me.

Now I'm gonna hit the books with this inspiration before Med school gets the best of me.

That completely sucks. Good for you for staying positive. Well it saves me $10 for the ticket I suppose.

Well, I had been considering not going or at least only going once (yes I knew it wasn't anything to do with the storyline but still) but after reading this I feel better about it. It still would have been cool to see you in the movie but oh well, hopefully it will be in the directors cut. Personally I like longer movies if the story is going along or is interesting and is made well.
I just had a thought, since there is 150 comments by the time I write this you probably won't read this, oh well.

Wil,

I just wanted to take the time to let you know how disappointing this news is. It really sucks that they have to cut a cameo from one of the ORIGINAL TNG cast from what's probably the last TNG film, or the last TNG film with the entire cast. I was really looking forward to seeing Wes one last time to add a sense of closure to the TNG era. Hopefully Paramount with it's "infinite wisdom" will add your cameo to the DVD release so the fans will not miss out on this.

when i started reading this, i was thinking, damn, i really liked wesley in star trek (why didn't other people?) and i'd like to see the character again, i'd like to see wil in that movie. but when i finished it, i realized that maybe it's better that way. and i kinda sat there at my computer thinking, what a beautiful piece this is. i know that you probably won't ever read this, but this is some of the best writing that i've ever seen. it's touching. anyway, i just thought i'd tell you that.

Sorry to be so sappy, everyone, but that post just made me cry a bit. It is so good to hear someone saying what most of us probably think at one time or another. 'Cause it really doesn't matter that Wil isn't in the movie, or that so and so's pilot is never put on the air for the fall season. It's only t.v., not our real lives. Rock on, Wil. Enjoy what you have, enjoy what you have had. I hope I will do the same.

Well done. You , sir, should focus less on acting and delve further into the scribe's life. Your telling of this situation was thorough, while remaining concise, and had that Stephen King-via-Rob Reiner quality that belies an overall supreme talent. I wish you the best-- Wesley is dead, Long live Wil!

Yours,
Tim

NOOOO!!! WHHHHYYYY!!!

There is only one thing to do. We must picket the movie studios until they agree to allow the scenes back in. Well, everyone but me, that is, because I'm committing suicide over this terrible news. If the scene gets back into the movie, be sure to ressurect me through science.

My knee jerk reaction is to scream, "BOYCOTT!" But you know what? I've got this thing for Patrick Stewart, y'see, and I can't wait for X-Men2 (when I get a double dose of goodness because of Ian McKellen... and yes, I am fully aware he's gay... a girl can dream). I need a "tide me over" dose. And this Trek film may just be it, even though part of me wants to shove them aside after all these years and call them cheesy. I saw the trailer online I think it was. It looks like a SCIFI film, not a trek film. Very interesting.

So, who are you commiserating with, Wil? Who else got some deep cuts? Gates? Levar? Marina? They can't very well cut Patrick or Jonathan too much. And everyone loves Data, so Brent is pretty safe I figure (Brent Spiner, the one saving grace of the fiasco what was "Dude, Where's My Car").

I haven't even seen Austin Powers 3 yet.

..but we will get a full hour of data exploring his quest for belly button lint, and 3 hours of picard missing having hair. Just not right.

Hey Wil,
There's just one thing I don't understand, did Lard Ass, I mean "Berman" have to pay to get into this contest?
Let's all forget about Berman and his cronies and make our own Trek movie. Star Trek 11:Wes Goes Nuts. The first 40 minutes we could have Wesley Crusher just kicking the crap out of the walls in the corridors. Then Wesley could um go into the holodeck and shoot Rick Berman holoimages with the safety protocols turned off...hehe hehehee. Then we would end the 3 hour movie with Wes screwing with the Turbolift computer. Halt! Resume! Halt...Resume! Deck 4 Deck 5, Deck 4... The computer would be going bonkers! Just Imagine! Is everyone with me on this project? Hello?

All kidding aside I'm definitely disappointed that Berman cut the scene. I know nothing about movie making, so I have no idea if this is a common thing to end up with a three hour movie. Sounds bizarre to me.

Wil, you should have just said, "Thats okay. Just save the scenes so that they can put them in the DVD director's cut instead. :D"

lets Just say...i CANT BELIEVE they cut you out. I wonder what Gene would say about this.

That sucks, but in a good way.

I'm so sorry to hear about your scene being cut from the film, Wil. Wesley Crusher was the only reason I'd even tolerate episodes of "Star Trek" because you were a familiar face in a land of science-fiction gobbledy-gook that I never understood. ;) Best wishes always. You have a lot of people in your corner.

All these "secrets", and the "big news" you have.....spit it out my good man.....WHEN IS SHE DUE???

Wil, you are handling this with so much maturity. My only thought was.."BERMAN CAN BITE MY SHINY METAL A**"

Wil, you've done a nice job of telling this story. I particularly like the way you ended it.
As someone who didn't always like Wesley, I must say I'm sad not to see him again in the film. At the very least, shouldn't Wes be at the wedding? Anyway, hang in there. And feel proud about your contribution to Trek.

That blows.

Just blows.

Wil, your reaction was classic mature 30-year-old. Absolutely awesome! You da man!

You've raised more than $10,000 for breast cancer research. I think that kicks ass.

All my best to you, Wil.

Goodbye, Wesley. You will be missed.

whoa,

i have never been cut from a movie before, let alone a star trek movie. but now i feel like i have been. that was an icredibly intimate look into a few moments of your life. very well composed.

and you are turning thirty. that's crazy, i'm turning 25 soon, and it's like i remember watching you back in the day, and thinking, this kid has got it made. it's nice to see these years later, you still have got it made.

-b

oh yeah and "spare us the cutter" ~ great tune man!

Damn, I was looking forward to seeing you in action once again.

Hey, I only buy special edition DVDs so they better be smart and put your scene in the deleted section.

You're a real class act, Wil. Nowadays, I don't get many opportunities to say that without sarcasm. :-)

This kinda sux. I was so looking forward to seeing Wesley in this movie. I can never understand why people didn't like this character. When TNG was on, he was my favorite character...i could easily identify with him due to my own age ( i'm only 20). Too bad. On the bright, side, you'll be on the DVD!

Cameos???
We don't need no stink'n cameos!

Sorry to hear about your being cut from the film.
I think you handled the situation very well. I would have liked to have seen the movie but since your not gonna be in it theres really no need to go. Think positive. Stay happy.
Donna

Aww, thats soo sad. I was really looking forward to seeing your character again in this one. Call Rick back and tell him that if they don't put your scene in the Bonus Features on the DVD you're going to be pissed, because I sure as hell will!

You are awwwright Wil. Cultivating lots of good karma... I wish nothing but the best for you and the family. If everyone had an attitude like that, what a nicer place the world would be. Props to you...

Sorry to hear about this cut. I'm sorry for you as an actor and having the scene on a "deleted" section on a DVD is really no consolation. I'm also sorry for again it show that the current powers behind Star Trek continue to miss the point. And continue to ignore the direction the fans want to see.

People like Star Trek for the hopeful, potential universe it created; the continuity of familar races, species and institutions and certainly the love and interaction of the various cast "families". I think most fans would want to see a Wesley Crusher appearance even if just a cameo. Most of us would love to know what has happened to this character since he last left with the Traveler. I think most fans would want that long before they would want any aspect of the main plot of the movie. On other message lines, fans who DISLIKED the Wesley character have been saying "Yah, it would have been nice to see him now - especially as he is an adult."

Personally I liked the Wesley character from the start. Being a father watching ST:TNG with my six year old son then the Wesley character provided a link that he, and thus me, enjoyed. I especially liked the young adult that Wesley quickly grew into. The conflict with Picard in Journey's End is still a great example of someone standing up to Picard for a greater good. Has much more impact than Worf's resignation in Redemption (when next episode he just waltzs in, picks up his communicator and acts like he never resigned in the first place.)

One of my favourite episodes, which normally does not appear on anyone's top 50 episodes, is The Game. Again it shows Wesley resisting something that does not seem right.

While I would not want any of the main characters to not appear in the movie, personally I would rather see the Wesley Crusher character in the movie instead of some of the other characters. Cut Riker. Cut Troi. I know they wouldn't cut Data but at least reduce his screen time if need be. A Crusher cameo would have been one of the small highlights that make a movie. When people talk of the TNG episode Parallels, usually after the wild bearded Riker's appearance, most say the appearance of Wesley was one of the more memorable elements.

A lose for the actor, for the movie and for the fans.

bummer dude, i was hoping to see ya in the movie.... i guess ill have to wait for the dvd to see your part.... feel better dude =)

Spare us the details!!!

Further written proof of why I *heart* tv's Wil Wheaton.

"Sometimes the test is not to find the answer, its to see how you react when you realize there is no answer."

Wil, you need to call Berman back and make sure you get on the DVD, 'cause we're all buying it just to see you in the deleted scenes section.

MH

Sorry to hear it, Wil. I truly respect your response. A lesser man would have used this space to rant.

You know, after reading Wil's posts....they stir emotions and thoughts that sometimes I forget I have....it makes me want to preface every thought/action I have and put Wil on a pedastal by saying "What Would Wil Wheaton Do?".
Thanks for sharing your innermost!

Damn, YOU the MAN!

The ONLY reason Berman is cutting Wesley's role in the picture and other footage is so the MOVIE THEATERS can run/show the flic more time daily for larger profits! Long movies can't be run as many times.
But Boogie Nights, Titanic, etc.. all were well over 3 hrs!
Don't look for deleted scenes....Paramount usually releases lame first released dvd's w/ trailers only! Later on you may get Wil's scene's on a future issue.
The only reason Berman runs the shots, is that Gene is dead and who else are they gonna hire to run the franchise with more experience?
The more Berman pleads he tries to follow Roddenberry's path, the more I don't believe him.
Keep your chin up Wil! It's all about the dollar..they can fill more seats more times daily with a 2 hr or less film. YOU KNOW they won't cut Whoopi out. Someone needs to tie Berman down and shove a pirahna toothed tribble up his ass and sew it shut!

Wil, it would've been great to see you in the movie, but its there loss, Wesley is the best charachter!

Mr. Wheaton,
I'm not much for posting letters on websites, but I had to make an exception in this case. As a writer and actor myself (though more in theatre than film), I know firsthand that this business can be a strange beast. I see people that become jaded by it all the time. The fact that you seem to come out of it with your integrity and good humor is a testament to what kind of professional you are (not to mention your writing on this site, which is refreshingly honest and objective). I wish you all the luck in the world, and I have no doubt that this is just a bump in the road in your successful career. Not to turn this into a love-fest; but you, sir, have CLASS. And I, for one, find your attitude inspiring. Thank you, and godbless.

Oh well. I was hoping for them showing wesely get blown to smithereens... then camera shows Data laughing his head off, then camera swings to Picard 'NNNooooooo...' then camera swings to Riker 'Damn it Warf! I wanted to press the fire button!'

:D

hehe.. note the smiley!

Better luck next time kiddo ;) ... (if there is a next time? Maybe you can get a part in enterprise or something.)

WAIT A TICK! maybe they might add it in the DVD... you know! extra special footage! :)

Geez. 48 min is a lot to cut. We'd better see you in the DVD though! I was soo looking forward to seeing you in the theatre!

Damn, I was looking forward to seeing the movie with Wesley's return. However keeping in the spirit of positive, I look forward to any future projects that will come your way, that you lend your talents too.

wil your rock, hopefully you'll get in on the next one
av

Stupid too-long movie.

You're damn right about that DVD footage, {insert any name from above here}.

Eh, I bet they made you wear something stupid. If not, well, then they're being stupid.

Who knows, when a portion of the audience who said they'd show doesn't due to lack of Wesley goodness, maybe they'll realize the only option left to them...

Wesley Crusher, Borg Queen.

(copyright 200_, Spudnuts)

Wil, You have defined yourself so incredibly to family, friends and readers as a multi-dimensional person of character, compassion and conviction, to be cut from a Star Trek movie doesn't even qualify as newsworthy.

And the many posts in response confirm this is an amazing community with a sense of values far more meaningful than any film. I'm really in awe. Best, Rob

You handled that with style and class only Wil (Gordy, Wes Crusher) Wheaton can do. Just remember when the DVD comes out you will be in the special features (the cut scenes). Wesley is very much alive and well in the Star Trek universe. Shatner should be the only one that should have been cut from Star Trek.

Wil,
I'm about the 190th person or so to say this, DVD Special Section: Deleted Scenes. We will get to see it and enjoy it. I was looking forward to seeing the whole family together again. Is it possible Rick Berman and Paramount might let you put your scene from the script on WWDN? They can't shoot you for asking.

I also know the frustration at working on a film and either being cut out or way way down. I was lucky enough to be an extra on "12 Monkeys" in 1995 and despite being on the set for 4 days, My big scene with Brad Pitt was cut down to about 36 frames. Hope you get more work in front of the camera soon.

Take care
Bart

Dude, I just thought "Little" Wes here in Brooklyn would have some consoling words for you... and maybe you have some consoling words for him...

Me: Wes, did you hear the news?
Wes: ...
Me: oh that's right you fell silent forever. DAMN YOU WIL WHEATON DAMN YOU TO HELL!
Wes: Shut up Vincent, you're a total kneebiter.
Me: !?

Dearest Wil... So sorry to hear that. I have always liked the character of Wesley, especially in the Traveller episodes.
I was already disappointed to hear that Majel wasn't appearing as Luxiona.

I understand your feelings and you are being so gracious. A simular thing has happened to me in regards to the production of the opera "Carmen" in our town. It is long story, but I find myself in a simular position (only worse)... anyway I have had several nightmares about it. When you put your heart and soul into a character and then this happens... well I feel your pain.

I would vote for a longer movie with you an Majel into, by god at least on DVD!!!!

Wil you rock!!! Best of wishes to you!

Does that mean lefler got cut too???? DAMNIT I WANTED TO SEE WIL GET SOME PUNANE!

sux wil i was hoping to see you in there with the traveler or whatever.. can u tell us about what your scenes were now that u were cut??

word

I am crushed!(No pun intended.) I was so looking forward to seeing you up on the big screen again.
I am happy you handled this bad news with grace and dignity. That could get you some bigger opportunities down the road. I realize you responded the way you did because you have class but it's just something to think about.
I will go and see Star Trek X but it won't be as special as it could have been because you're not in it. :(

Damn, 202th post!! I normally would even tag one in here after 40 or 50 posts... but what the hell.

"But I choose not to. I choose instead to focus on the positives, the things I can control. I did have two wonderful days with people I love, and it was like I'd never left. I did get to reconnect with the fans and the franchise. Rick Berman, a person with whom I've not always had the best relationship, called me himself to tell me the news, and I felt like it weighed heavily on him to deliver it.

Nobody can take that away from me, and I'm not going to feel badly, at all."

Out of everything I just read, this shines like a beacon. I am very pleased to read this from you.

Your happiness *is* a choice. Only you can make it. Nobody else controls your feelings. When you feel someone has made you sad, made you angry...that is only a sign that you are not in control of your own feelings but rather you have let your own feelings control you.

It was the choice that changed my life as well. I am glad you have too.

Oh and btw, I think you surprised Rick by the way you handled the news. Maybe now Rick won't refer to you as kiddo anymore. *grin*

Sorry. Guess now I just can't wait for the super special director's cut edition.

Will you autograph mine?

Thanks!

Wil,

Your appearance in Nemesis was one of the aspects of the movie I was most looking forward to, having been a reader of this site for the last few months and a fan of Wesley as a kid. I thought it would be good to have you in it, to help the whole TNG thing come full circle. Unfortunately that's not going to happen. You are taking it the right way to be sure. And if it is any consolation, you know the old saying: Spare the cutter, spoil the child. We'd all be spoiled if you were in it, so I guess it is for the better. Thanks for the post.

I'm glad to see all the Wesley Crusher fans showing their support here for you, Wil. I remember when TNG was first on the air. At the time, I felt like the lone voice in the crowd defending your character. He was the smart, young kid in a world of adults, one who had his own unique view. Since Star Trek has always embraced the Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations, I never understood why people didn't get what your character represented.

I remember the entry you made about filming your part of the movie. How great you felt about it all. I was glad for the opportunity to share it.

You have turned into a great writer, Wil. Yesterday's entry was all geek talk and your excitement made me laugh. Today, your understanding of what is really important in life made me cry. Here's someone who can be all techie, and yet write something so moving. Do you realise how unique you are to be able to walk on either side of the street?

I look forward to reading about your next endeavors. Thanks for letting us peek into your world.

Peace.

Hi Will! This whole incident just shows that you're a guy with the right attitude. As another person said, there's always the possibility of a longer DVD version with more scenes in it, in which they might include your character - so here's hoping.

I'm really sorry to hear that your scene was cut. However, your attitude is really beautiful. You should be so proud of yourself for being that way about it. I wouldn't have been nearly as cool about it. Very cool, Will. very very cool.

By the way, thanks for giving us a real update. Can't wait to hear about your adventures in Alaska and camping! :)

Wil, I applaud your humanity. :D

Dear Mr. Wheaton,

You'll apologize my formality. I find it awkward to refer to someone with your fame that I haven't met before by their first name. Quite honestly, I think it stinks that you got cut from the movie. I am probably one of the few people who didn't mind Wesley's character (I still have your action figure someplace). The first time I watched Star Trek (and the first episode I ever saw was TNG), it gave me the impression of a great adventure show that was still exciting even when its basic concept had existed for at least 25 years. It stood out from all the slop on TV, the canned sitcoms and plotless shows aimed at teens. But the recent Star Trek ventures haven't given me that same feeling, they've more fallen in with the rest of the crap on the big-network programming schedules. I wanted to see Nemesis, and specifically your scene, as I thought it would help me reconnect with such a great adventure story, and the days when it still was a great adventure story and not homogenized junk. I'll probably still see Nemesis, but I'll definitely miss however much Wesley (and your acting skills) would've contributed to the movie. I'll probably also buy the DVD, since as so many have already said, Wil Wheaton is in the extended cut. But overall, I'm going to miss Wesley, and TNG as a whole. You'll find other projects, and I eagerly await them. But I still hope that Wesley Crusher hasn't fallen silent forever, especially considering the whole Traveler deal left Wesley with an interesting story to fulfill. In any event, as I said, I will be waiting for your next endeavour, and I also expect to someday have you personally sign my copy of "I Am Not Wesley." Thanks for letting me take up so much space in your blog.

Ian Stewart

Will: You are indeed an inspiration! I turned 40 this year, and in April was laid-off for the 3rd time in 14 months. The IT sector is having a hard time these days. I went through a lot of self-pity, anger, bitterness and disillusionment. Only recently have I been digging my way out of the pit I've been in, and entertaining the idea of starting my own consulting business. When I read about your experience with the movie and getting cut, it reminded me so much of the bullshit I've been dealing with. When I read your words about not allowing your happiness and sadness to be in the hands of others, it hit me like a brick in the face! That is EXACTLY what I have been doing. I've decided to make your statement my mantra, start my business, and create my own destiny. You may very well have helped me to change my life, and for that I thank you! But no matter what happens, I have a new outlook now, and I am very grateful for that. My best wishes to you and keep up the good work on your web site.

Okay, straight up?

Nemesis was looking pretty fucking weak even before your part was cut. I finally saw the trailer (on the big screen) couple days ago and I just cringed at the "evil bald guys in shiny black coats."

Why are they evil?

They're bald.

They're scarred.

They wear black.

Jesus Christ.

So...

Enterprise versus...

That pinhead dude from the Hellraiser movies?

I appreciate your optimism for "the future of Trek" with this new movie, Wil, but from here it looks like shit. Maybe I just need to turn in my Geek Card since I still haven't seen Attack of the Clones. Nor do I have any intention of buying EITHER edition of the Lord of the Rings DVD. So what the fuck do I know anyway?

Enterprise is shit (despite Bak's Pak).

And there hasn't been juice in Trek since Frakes remade Aliens 2 in that Borg movie "First Contact."

Fuck the storyline of Nemesis. Who gives three shits if your scenes service the plot? What about that old Trek episode with the space hippies with the soft-boiled eggs stapled to the side of their heads? Or the killer pancakes who could not withstand the light of the sun? Or the time Kirk teamed up with fucking Abe Lincoln in space?

Fuck.

Story my ass.

It's a GODDAMNED sci-fi cartoon, you cocksuckers.

Perspective.

Berman takes the film too seriously. He takes the "universe" too seriously. It's like the whole fucking series is set on "Deep Space: Restoration Hardware." Where's the ENTERTAINMENT?

Wesley would have been entertaining.

Listen, if that no-talent fuckhole M. Night Shyamalan can get money for a movie about CORN and ALIENS, then why the fuck can't we see Wesley eating a sandwich?

No human being could bend cornstalks like this...

It's too PERFECT!

Well, I have to admit that I'm dissapointed that you are not going to be in the movie; I was looking forward to seeing it.

But at the same time, It is good that you handled it professionally and do have things in perspective.

Hi.

I'm an alien.

I've traversed the unfathomable reaches of time and space to this planet called Earth and now...?

I need to scrawl some directions for my buddies into a MOTHERFUCKING CORNFIELD!

First off...

What if they need to mark a place and THERE IS NO FUCKING CORN?!

How come we don't see crop circles in like... stands of redwoods? Or birch? Or those ones with the acorns? Oaks.

What?

The aliens who possess the power to Bend Corn Perfectly and Travel the Vastness of Space don't have a laser beam powerful enough to FELL A MOTHERFUCKING TREE?!

Shit.

Humans have been cutting down trees for a long, long time. We know how to do that. Is it "perfect?" Well, maybe not. But we sure as fuck know how to level a forest and put a Bed, Bath, and Beyond there inside of three months, but these aliens are limited to CORN?!

They get all the way across the galaxy and... imagine the looks of disappointment on their faces when they realize the length and breadth of their glorious kingdom will only encompass Iowa and a few parts of Saskatchewan.

Alien Commander Guy: "Dang."

Alien Other Dude: "Can't we use wheat? Or maybe a small radio or some type of cowboy courier riding a horse-drawn stagecoach?"

Alien Commander Guy: "How did we navigate the perilous ravines of Omicron 7?"

Alien Other Dude: "Corn."

Alien Commander Guy: "And how did we traverse the hazardous mud swamps of Epsilon Delta Prime?"

Alien Other Dude: "Corn."

Alien Commander Guy: "And why am I the Commander Guy while you are merely the Other Dude?"

Alien Other Dude: "Corn."

Alien Commander Guy: "Goddamn, right. Now get down there with your garden weasel and point a big fat arrow toward Des Moines, you dumb bitch."

*snip*"I wonder if The Lesson is that, in order to succeed, I need to rely upon myself, trust myself, love myself, and not put my happiness and sadness into the hands of others."*snip*

So well illustrated. Keep the faith.

Will--

I really enjoyed this piece. As a piece of writing and not so much an update on Wesley Crusher's relevance to the current sexy marketability of Star Fleet. Being familiar with the character you played, of course, helps make it a little more poignant. (I turned 30 myself a few months ago...)

You were asked to play a very tough character--a weasely little prodigy that even fucking Picard was jealous of. I can't help but think of Michael J. Fox's first big job as a teenage Nixonite--Wil, you managed to make the character likable, which is really something. Good job, and thanks for being a part of it all.

be well,

-Carl

Curator, Amateur Electrician
Oran-ju-tan.com

That was one of the most poignent pieces of writing I have ever come across. As Wesley Crusher you may be silent but as Wil Wheaton you still touch the hearts and minds of many. Thank you for sharing!

M. Night Shyamalan screwed up, in that he made his best film first.

Kinda like the dude who made Citizen Kane.

Liev Schreiber was really very good in the HBO version of that film's making.

Spuds does make an excellent point, frankly. I mean, I'm all for corn, but honestly, do they really have to break just corn? Why not, say, barley? Even strawberries - then, there'd be color from the mashed fruit.

Dude, that's a stupid idea too. Damn.

Would it have been a better movie if Uncle Willy had been in it?

That was funny, Spudnuts.

I think I've figured out The Next Big Thing, Wil. That's great. :D

Wil,
I gotta say as I read your post I could feel my stomach knotting up tighter. This is the first I have heard of Wil being cut from the movie and it came as a shock. I was looking forward to seeing the film, mainly to see you in it.
Now I am torn. On the one hand I have blinding psycopathic rage that they cut you out of the film and the irrational desire to bitch slap Rick Berman.
But the way that you have calmley accepted that underhanded blows that life hands you has cut my legs out from under me. How can I now boycott Nemisis in indignation if you are serene and peaceful?
I want Berman to know that he has annoyed the fans but I don't want to seem petty now that you have set the standard. I'm glad I have a couple of months to sort out my reaction to this before it hits the screen.
Any mojo I have I will send your way, not that you seem to need it.
Goodbye Mr Crusher. You will be missed.

Firstly, let me be honest, although I was never a 'Kill Wesleyite', neither was a paid up member of the 'I love Wesley' club.

Despite this, I've checked in with your site on a regular basis ever since I heard that you had a part in the movie.
I'd only hoped to scoop some exclusive gossip on the production.

I was not expected to be moved by such a mature statement as I was this morning, after reading your missive regarding your being cut from 'Nemesis'.

Your attitude and message are an example to all who have faced disapointment.

In your post, you say that you have missed wearing the uniform.
Your message today ensures that I for one, will only remember Wil Wheaton, and Wesley Crusher as people who Starfleet would have been honoured to have worn the delta shield upon their chest.

Au Revoir, Mr Crusher, you will not be forgotten, and have no doubt we will all meet again.

DR out.

Mr. Wheaton,
This was extremely well written, personal, and very...decent. I'm sorry to hear your work is being edited out, but I'm impressed with your perspective on things in general. Hopefully, when the inevetible special edition dvd rolls out, you'll be reinserted in the film. The best of luck to you, and thank you for sharing with us fans.

Cheers,
Ames.

who deems that a movie is to be 2 hours long!!
i would sit througout the 3 hours of it,if nemesis is good. would`nt you?

If they make another new STAR TREK show they should make you CAPTAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! it would be COOL.

Personally, I never liked the character of Wes Crusher, so to me, not seeing him in the new film isnt that big of a problem.
However, realising that Wil is turning 30 was quite a surprise.

FUUUUUCK. Wil I feel like crying. Ok, maybe that's going a bit too far. But I was looking forward to seeing that lovable anarchist we all know so well on teh big screen with Patrick once again. Shit. Fuck. Fuck Rick Berman with a rusty exacto knife.

Wil, please please please tell us what the scene was like, what happened in it, the lines? If not now, when the movie comes out? :(

Such a shame. I guess that's Hollywood for you.
But I'll certainly be looking forward to the extended directors cut version on DVD! Or at the very least they have to put your scene in as a deleted scene in the extras.

Damn, hellish, damn! I was sooo looking forward to the return of Wesley but nooooooooo, denied! Your attitude in dealing with this is admirable and show what a cool guy you probably are. I on the other hand am a bitter and twisted individual who will resent the cutting of the Great Birds namesake until the end of my days. Or at least until im distracted by a shiny object of some kind....

It was good that Berman was so polite. Next time they call, you can politely tell them to play a tune on Uncle Willie's trouser flute.

Slick Echo & the Bunnymen reference, bloke. :)

It would be great to know what the deleted scene was. After the release?

Take care,

i have to say: this is the first time i'm hearing ANY good news about the forthcoming star trek movie installment. if it's true what's been spoiled on the web, what we're getting is a boring star trek II rip off schwarzenegger style with ridiculous friedrich von murnau hommage (those bats-in-space-remans). sorry to tell, but wesley crusher (not pointing at you, wil, but the role!) literally pissed off any st fan i know. even worse: having him return without the slightest hint of what's become of the now supernatural-or-whatever-wesley was a crappy idea from the start on....

I have great respect for the diginity you have shown, most actors come across as feeling they have a right to be up at the front and visible all the time. You recognise it as a great privilege and honour.

Good luck in the future, your a great person as well as a great actor

Oh that sucks. I was really looking forward to seeing Wes back (and hopefully erasing the memory of the crapfest that was Journey's End).

Still, we can always hope they'll put it back for the DVD.

im gutted truly, I really would have liked to see you in the movie.
its strange.. I'm a year younger than you, but rewatching the tng dvd's you'll always be the eternal teenager...
reading your comments, bro you've got your life and priorities straight.. you've already got the edge. Fcuk it.. move onto bigger and better things. you will without a doubt
I'm goona be eagerly awaiting that dvd special edition

Wil,

TOS, TNG and DS9 was probably the best of Trek in my opinion. I never cared for Voyager nor do I care for Enterprise even though I think highly of Scott Bakula. I would rather see him back as Sam Becker on Quantum Leap.

Aside from that I am sorry to hear of your scene being deleted from the final cut. Furthmore, to me Rick Berman has never made alot of sence in running the franchise. Think if it. He never gives the fans what they want. I always thought that as long as the story was strong that a 3 hour Trek epic would be so cool. To hear that Berman cut 48 minutes out of the film is very discourging to the trek fan such as myself. Where is it written that a trek film has to be 1 hour and 40 minutes long. That is half of the reason why Trek the trek films have been sucking in recent times. They are not long enough. The best trek films came in around 2 hour plus. TMP DE, TWOK, TVH, TUC, and FC. This film should come in over 2 hours long and reguardless of if the scene makes sence to the plot or not they should not cut out your scene. You are an original cast member of TNG and Mr. Berman should pay you that respect.

But never fear there is always the world of DVD and the deleted scene selection on that. Hopefully when Nemesis comes out on DVD we will have all of those 48 minutes of Deleted scenes to view. In addition, I am hoping that the none of the beginning scenes are deleted out. I wish you well and you said it right. You got 2 days on the set with friends, the uniform and I'm sure you still a paycheck. :-)

You've got class, Wil. You handled him okay. I hope I would do as well if I were ever in that situation.

You're alright.

Wil, why not e-mail this whole comment section to Berman?

Since this is the last Next Gen movie, why the hell wouldn't they include all the cast - yes this means you Wil as Wesley. Berman made such a big stink about having Q in the last episode for TV because he was in the first.

Your part was deemed not useful to the story (or some such lame excuse). Well, hello Hollywood weiners!! Wesley has been and is part of the next generation story from day one.

And the movie would have been 3 hours? Who cares?

I can spend 8 hours at a shitty job 5 days a week and not even flinch, so what's 3 hours doing something I want to do.

When these produces open their eyes in the morning the first thing they must see is thier small intestines.

(DDD)-(AAA)-(MMM)-(NNN)

Bad decision. Good post.

Wil,

You did handle things superbly well as many people have said, but the stark reality is that you've been cheated. You've been denied a chance to add real closure to a character we all loved.

You call these people your friends, yet they deny you the even smallest of goodbye's. Think about how elated you would have been to get a phone call that said, 'Wil, Rick Berman here, just wanted to say we had to cut 48mins from the movie. We looked at your piece and it really deserved to be cut, but because we all love you so much we kept it in, as a tribute to you and all the hard work you put into the show.'

Hollywood and Rick Berman need to be taught a lesson in friendship.

Sincerely,

Wesley Williams
Age 25
England

I've started a petition to request that Paramount put Wil Wheaton's cameo back into the movie. If enough of us sign this petition, they'll HAVE to do it!!!

You can sign on-line at
http://www.PetitionOnline.com/wesley/

...I just hope this works as well as my "Cancel 'seaQuest'" petition did!

Hi-
I just had to add my 2 cents here... I was really looking forward to seeing you in Nemesis, Wil. I always liked the Wes character, and I really like you as a person, too. After reading your blog for I don't know how long, it would have been even more special for me to see you on the big screen. I kinda feel like you're my friend, you know? And I just really wanted to see you in the movie. I'm very sad that your part was cut, and I, too, hope that your scene will be on the DVD. I'm a diehard Trek fan, so I'll still see the movie, but it won't be the same without you. As some smart person said in a previous post, if the movie's good, it doesn't matter how long it is. Titanic was long, and I saw it 8 times 'cuz I loved it so much! I wouldn't mind a 3 hour Trek at all. The longer, the better! I think that you handled the bad news with grace and dignity, and your priorities are in the right order- but please make sure that you let Berman know that there are a LOT of disappointed fans out here, some who will not even see the movie now that you're not in it. I hope this isn't the last Trek movie, and I hope that the next one is all about Wes and his transformation, and what he's been doing all this time. Speaking of transformation, Wil, I too have suspected since your very first clue that Anne is pregnant. So, tell us!!! :) I'm sorry that my post is so long- I don't post often, but when I do, my mouth seems to runneth over. Anyway, Wil, never say never- hopefully, we haven't heard the last from Wesley Crusher! Love ya, Wil.
Love, Alicia
www.thewagband.com

Hey, to all of you making fun of Wil's girlfriend, lay off. Fat girls need love too, and I'm proud of Wil for having the courage to be seen in public with a 250-lb heifer, with a kid to boot!

WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG

BOYCOTT!!! BOYCOTT!!!! BOYCOTT!!!! BOYCOTT!!!!!!

Well damn, I had also been looking forward to seeing what Wesley was up to these days. I'm sorry to hear about the cut, though you did craft some wonderful prose to tell us about it. (Looking at this big long list of comments, I figure you have "e-mail comments" turned off. Right?)

It sucks they cut your scene from the Nemesis, I was really looking forward to them doing a follow up on Wesley...
when we last saw you in TNG, your character ran off with that molester looking fellow who was so interested in you...The Traveler... --to go off and explore the Galaxy. If I were Dr. Crusher, I would not let my child(if i had one) run off with some strange alien man to "take my kid around the galaxy because he wants to explore" ....translation: that man did not want to take you around the galaxy for you to "explore" your abilities.. (Dr. Crusher only had 3 encounters with him, SHE DIDN't KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THAT MAN)--they were still great episodes though, and I know you had to enjoy working with Gates McFadden..

Ok, Ok, Back to the Nemesis, I was glad to see them follow up on Wesley, to show that he's indeed ok, and not an evolved super-intelligent space entity, or the youngest captain in starfleet.
I've been a Star Trek fan most of my life, and I grew up watching TNG, and when I used to be SO JEALOUS of you because you were also a kid, and you got to fly the Enteprise and work with the CREW! (AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!)How cool it must have been to be a part of something that grand.... being shown fighting the Borg, and playing with desetructive nanites, and all that fun stuff :D!
I had to get that off my chest... Since I grew up with TNG, I would have loved to see a 3 hour movie... i'm sure a lot of timeless scenes got cut, and I was really looking forward to the seeing those kind of character building scenes that would have only added to the greatness of the movie. :(
Best wishes to you, and I hope to see you involved in future star trek movies!

Wil,

I wish you the best of luck. I'm so glad you know what's important to you. I hate that you got cut from the movie. I was really looking forward to seeing you in it.

Karlin

Everyone's said it all already, but I just have to say it too anyway!

I'm sad! I was really looking forward to seeing you in the movie. It's always frustrated me that we never learned anything about Wesley after he left with the Traveler.

But... like everyone else said. I'll just wait for the DVD and see what they wanted to do, but didn't have the time to do.

Oh well, such is life!

My apologies if someone has said this already; I'm at work and I don't have time to read all 250 posts that there are.......lol......

FOr what it's worth, Dude, your scene will most likely be in the DVD Director's Cut.

*shrugs* (censored) happens.

Frankly, I would have wanted the 3 hour movie, myself. Look at "The Fellowship of the Ring," for example.

However, mainstream audiences like shorter movies, let's face it. 48 minutes sounds like too much, though. The James Bond movies are 2.5 hours long. "Fellowship" was about 3.

Oh, well, we'll see.......

Don't count your chickens yet, Wil. Wesley may not be dead yet. Star Trek has got a long, long run ahead of it, I think. Those reruns on TNN will continue for a long time. Enterprise has 6 years to go, and time means nothing to Wesley now, and there's always the series AFTER Enterprise.

Later, dude.

A gorgeous piece of writing, man! Farewell, Wesley! Long live Wil....
LeeB

Wil.. you brought tears to my eyes. Guess we've all grown up a little bit.

Cheers, dude.

Zchamu

p.s. I will still hold out for the hope of a director's cut DVD ;-)

No worries, I'll just mentally glue your head on Marina Sirtis' body...(shiver)

Well, this is by far the best thing I've read in a while. It's true, it's honest and it really touches me. This little piece might be a sad story, but on the one hand it's a wonderful tribute to your family and on the other it shows how good you can write. Fine work, Mr. Wheaton. I salute you.

Markus

Wil,
Don't be down about it. Listen, "Nemesis" looks like a trip to derivative city. You can make a nice flashy trailer but in the end you can't deny that its a Wrath of Khan ripoff with an overused clone plot device. I won't be surprised to find Dr. Crusher seeing a dancing CGI baby or Riker having a cartoon comic relief either.

I got two words for you: indie films.

Get away from Star Trek. It's a sinking hole.

Hey Wil,
That's just not fair, I was sooooo looking foward to seeing you in this movie. I think like every-one who has written on this this we all think this is unfair! But you took it so well, that was so cool.

WE all love ya

Kordith

Hey, Will! Wait for the Directors Cut of Trek X!!

Wil, sorry to hear you got snipped from Nemesis.

Spuds, that was funny as freaking hell! (Even though I liked the movie)

KJB, that "dude" was Orson Welles, and it is considered to be the best movie ever made by quite few people.

Peace

They can cut Wesley Crusher out of the movie, but they can't cut Wil Wheaton anywhere. You rule.

God damn it Wil, you're so optimistic. It can't be good for you. But I'm glad it didn't bother you too much, and because you're not in the film anymore I get to save £5 in movie money. Thanks:)

Wil,
You've again proved why I like you as an actor and a person. My husband and I like Wes and Wil. I still can't really find a reason to dislike Wesley Crusher. I went to my parents last month and dug out my box that has all my Mint in the Box ST:NG figures in it. I have one Wesley Crusher figure, the Cadet figure. But that being said...he looks perfectly happy being amongst the rest of the crew which includes 5 different types of Datas. I gently cleaned the dust off all of them and then carefully reboxed them. Though everyone lives in their own version or perspective of life, I wish you joy and happyness even if it means no Wesley Crusher. It still would have been nice to have him in at least one star trek movie. What could be better is if you make it big again. That would be best of all. So I will send mojo for that or whatever your ambitions are. Artistic Spirit

You know, I wonder if Wil will ever realise how intelligent he is? When he write, he writes the way I'd like to talk. When I usually talk I end up mumbling or jumbling my words trying to sound intelligent. I wonder, does he spend hours trying to get what he wats to say, just right? I know that I, in order to say all of what he said, would have to. He writes in a way an auther would tell a story. I amigined the mother holding her kids hand while hes parked at a light somewhere, I imagine how he feels. Wil should write a book. A book that would really mean something, as he obviously has a lot to say. The only thing is, it'd probably take him 5 years to write it :P

That's just major bullshit!!! I can imagine how pissed off you are, Wil.

Erica

you have learned well, grasshopper.
and now you are ready to kick ass.

3 hours? i would've loved a 3 hour startrek movie. oh well. now i'll have an excuse to buy a dvd player.

wil, you rock.

~kristin

Wow, Wil. I'm really impressed on how you handled that. It's great that you can show the mature side, like you just have, when it's needed. :) keep your head up. Your maturity will pay off in the end. :)

yesterday afternoon, a friend sent me this URL (knowing what a fan I've been) and I was sad to find that you'd been cut from the movie. It was nice though, to read all of the supportive comments posted by your fans. When I reached the end of the comments I found one that said "you suck" and another which included the phrase "go drown yourself". I found this very disheartening. 'who would write such a thing. No matter how you feel about someone, that's just not the type of thing you tell them,' I thought. When I got home last night, I told my roommate this story and went to this site to show her the mean comments. To my surprise they were gone/altered. What were you saying about being mature? You shouldn't have this type of forum if you can't take the bad comments with the good. Now I have to wonder how many of those good comments were actually written by fans. It just lowers your creditability all together.

Hi Wil!

Sorry to hear you were cut, not that I didn't find it odd that you were included in the picture in the first place. See you were as far as I remember turned into some kind of energy being, by some alien race called the traveller... I am not sure but I was told that, that was the story when you left the show...

Why they didn't make you into a cool Lt. for some military unit, I don't know... I just thought they kinda made your farewell in the show a bit weak... But that is Rick Berman for you...

See the way I see it is, that Rick Berman is the worst damnation in the history of Star Trek. He makes stories that a 5 year old would think is a bit far out...

In a sense, Rick and Brannon or what ever his name is, took the Star Trek out of Star Trek... Have any one of ya seen the new show Enterprise... All I can say is IT IS ONE FUTURE I DON'T WANT TO LIVE IN!
The people on that show are so Frigid it is gives me shivers just seeing them... OH and not to mention that weird blooper in the pilot where mister Tucker has a woody... Odd thing, they left that in... But the Captains are never to have a good relation ship with a woman or have any romance in their lives... I guess Rick isn't getting any from Brannon... 8)

Or, the Federation said : THAT DOES IT KIRK!! No more intergalactic herpes for you young man! The medical bill keeps rising!!!

Anyway, try to get a role in the cool TV show Farscape or Stargate where people are still people... And as for Farscape well Aliens in that show are really believable!!

Good luck Wil, hope to see you in a cool flick soon...

-Steve

I'm bummed that you've been cut from the film, 'cause Wesley really needed a bit of closure... But you have it right-- it's disappointing, but not important, in the grand scheme of things.

Sounds like it's going to be one heckuva "deleted scenes" section on the DVD, though....

It is a shame that your scene was cut from the movie...I can honestly say that you were one of the reasons why I was looking forward to watching Nemesis...You have always done an amazing job and I'm sure that what they removed was nothing short of greatness...

I guess I'll have to wait for the DVD

Don't get your hopes up for DVD. Have you seen what Paramount put in their Star Trek Next Gen DVD movies so far. Squat!

You are wise fellow. Once you can pay the
bills, the joy is in the work, not the
financial reward. Unless you are insane,
there are only so many stacks of pennies
you need to have to feel safe. You write well,
and I bet we will see a lot of your work in
years to come.

Oh, and one other thing. I think Paramount should change their name to Parasite.

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Dear Wil Wheaton,

Wesley Crusher was one of my many favorite characters in the Next Generation crew. In fact, I did have a bit of a TV crush on Wesley, not on you the actor but on the character himself because I felt like I knew Wesley and liked his personality. I was a bit disappointed because the character changed when he grew up, so for me perhaps it is for the best that he will not be in the movie. A cameo would hardly be satisfying anyway since what I've always loved about Star Trek is the character building. If they didn't make it meaningful, then I'm glad they didn't put it in. Too often I feel they ruin the characters a bit in the movies (probably because they try harder to market it for non-Trek fans as well), so I tend to prefer the TV series anyway. Thank you, though, for devoting so many years to bringing Wesley to life for me and so many fans. I am glad to see that you have been personally blessed in your life and that you the actor are also a quality character alongside Wesley. Heh, I must admit the first time I ever saw you not as Wesley was in the Star Trek episode of The Weakest Link. From that impression, I guessed you were a jerk, but I'm glad to see that you were just playing that part for the fun of it. I am glad that my scifi distribution list forwarded the link to your site to share the latest news on Nemesis. It was worthwhile to get a glimpse of the real you, better even than seeing a brief glimpse of Wesley in yet another Trek movie. I hope you'll always continue to appreciate your blessings.

Your humble fan,
Marie

:( ... :)
Life is strange, isn't it?

- Jonas

That's such a great attitude to have! It's a shame that the part was cut, but at least you had that experience again.

Sorry to hear about the bad(?) news. I would like to congratulate you though on a very well written story. I was right there in the car next to you. That Golden Retriever sure looked happy!

Dear Wil,
What a thoughtful and reflective post.

You display none of the narcissism one might expect from others who find themselves right where you are. Your ability to take the positives and run with them is truly inspiring.

I for one will miss seeing Wesley Crusher in the next movie (I also loved your portrayal in tv series), but at least everyone can pop by here and visit you any time we need our "Wil fix", heh.

Best of luck in your future endeavors!

Anna

That's really too bad Will. I've always thought your character had so much potential, more than what it was ever given. The idea of the child prodigy who could save the Enterprise and it's crew from time-to-time just screamed out at me. I know of some of what you feel. I'm a 40 year old guy who is trying to follow a dream to work in film or television so I know something of missed opportunities. I'm currently doing research for a possible documentary on Haunted Hollywood that will explore an angle that's never been tried before. I hope I can have as refreshing an attitude as you when I hit those bumps in the road.

Good Luck.
SAL

Hey Wil...

As I read today's blog a creeping sense of peace comes over me and a ever so slight smirk crosses my lips as I finish the the last sentence.

I SHOUT "TRIBUTE" yes "TRIBUTE" to you Wil Wheaton!

I don't get the Wesley hate that so many people spout. I admit that too many of the plots had a kid resolve the big problem. But that wasn't your fault. If there's any complaint to be made it's with the writers, not the actor.

That said, your appearance in the next movie was a BIG draw for me. I love the interaction of Wesley with the rest of the crew. I'll still see it, but I'll be looking for the original scenes in the DVD...

Okay, if we're all giving our opinions, then here's mine, unpopular though it may be in certain quarters:

Television science fiction is utter shit. Most television is shit, but TV SF is particularly horrifying in *absolutely every instance*. Even when a show starts out as good, it absolutely never fails to turn into garbage, some pathetic, paper-thin amalgam of WWE wrestling, softcore porn, and the Sharper Image catalogue. It's happened EVERY SINGLE TIME -- DS9 went that route. Stargate went that route (and that show was *unusually* good in its first three or so seasons). The entire Trek franchise is like that. Every other SF show *started out* like that, all of that laughable stinking garbage on the Sci-Fi channel ...

Can you imagine anyone writing for ER or West Wing saying, "Hey, we need some tits in here." "Where's the explosions?" "Get some bimbo in spandex who's job it is to fuck one of everything in the galaxy." Or as Spudnuts observed, "Make the bad guys bald with black cloaks." Come ON -- those shows are *real drama.* They do actual stories that are meant to challenge and that people are meant to take seriously. They are not hour-long commercials for plastic bubble-pack crap nor are they meant to get fifteen year old boys jacking off.

They are *drama.*

Shows like that are *death* to the really talented actor, I'm sorry. There's a reason why you don't see Judi Dench doing teen sex comedies. And it's the same reason why the Trek franchise is a poor fit for Wil Wheaton. Shows like that want ONE spiffy upper-crust actor to give them some pathetic claim to legitimacy (Stewart for the Trek garbage), but after that,
the last thing Bermanoids want is *another* top-flight Oscar-caliber actor. (Even that covetousness for one person with stage cred is wearing thin; they haven't gotten it for ten years; Genevieve Bujold told then to fuck off when they tried to shoehorn her into that role in "Voyager.")

They want one Snooty Actor so they can preen over him and use him to prove how legit they are, then they want plastic and silicone and spandex for everyone else, and *nothing* else. And if a good actor, a *REALLY* good actor, gets sucked into that shit by mistake, he rues it for the rest of his career.

Wil honey, I'm not saying this as a butt-kiss here: you honestly are heads and shoulders above any of that crap as an actor. You *really* are. Getting out of Trek permanently is a long-overdue action on your part. You should never have gotten involved in it (well okay, except for the fucking money). You started out too good for that joke of a franchise, and you ended up too good for them. It was always a poor fit.

Awesome attitude Will!
It's too bad that you won't be in the movie.. but cheers for having such a great attitude towards the whole thing.
It's hard sometimes to wish success to something that you're not a part of... or to be proud of someone or something that you should be a part of.. but aren't.

Take care,
Craig

I already had mixed emotions about this film, as I believe both Berman and Braga has taken the fun out of Trek and replaced it with a dangerous corporate utopian view that I cannot overlook. It would've been nice to see you, though. Maybe Paramount will allow a special DVD edition to come out to include all the cut scenes. But, I won't hold my breath. Wesley was a good character and I will be sorry that we'll never get a chance to see the boy wonder again. There is always TNN.
Peace and blessed journey's.

Dave

I LOVE YOU!!

YOU ARE A STAR...

NOTHING WILL EVER TAKE THAT AWAY!

Classy way to deal with such a disappointment, Mr. Wheaton. I always wanted to see more of The Traveler, and what became of Wesley. Maybe that can be the next series. Ahh well dreams are what make it worthwhile to get up in the morning.

I don't even TAKE calls while I'm driving, let alone make them (well, there are the occasional drunk that I drop 911 on, but that's a bit different.) Please stop, save us the story of how you managed to hit something or someone and you all survived, or worse.

Shucks. I would have loved to have seen you in the movie.

Well, you got your lemon.
Time to make lemonade.

Take Care

Jason

I am going the opposite way with most everyone here. I think Wil should be mad as hell. Hopefully his first response was just shock and later on he will rip into them. There is no reason why he couldn't be in this one or any of the TNG movies before. He left the series as a time traveler. How hard is that to write in any script. And if the Trek writers couldn't come up with a way to fit him into the story, then they should be fired, fingers broke, and the tongue cut out to eliminate voice recognition software so none them are able to write anything for anyone. Screw the positives. You got fucked. I am sure if you accidentally posted Rick Berman’s email address, phone number, business number, home address, business address on your website then others would let him know he made a mistake. I for one don’t want to wait to see the DVD. Star Trek is better on a theater screen. Screw the great attituse this guys needs a new asshole ripped into him.

I was going to see the movie only because you were in it and I wanted to see you on the big screen (something I have never seen). So now I have to find something else to do that day.

ah, well... I took flack from my friends a year ago, (die-hard trek fans) for jumping off the trek bandwagon and into wil's posse. It was worth it! I looked forward to the next movie, because it wasn't just 'Star Trek', it was 'Star Trek featuring TV's Wil Wheaton'! Now there's not so much reason to see it - (it may be ok, since it's an even number ;) I'll just have to wait until the movie comes out on [the internet] to watch it.

Wil,

Oh man. I was really looking forward to seeing you in Nemesis, even if it was just for a few minutes in the film.

I was so glad to read that you took this bad news so well. I know that I would be royally pissed if that happened to me. Guess it's that thirtysomething maturity that's crept into your brain. ;]

I'm still looking forward to seeing Nemesis, but I won't be able to enjoy it as much, now that I know you won't be in it. I've been visiting this site since May, and you've entertained me since then with your wit & intelligece.

Oh well, I can always hold out for the DVD's deleted scenes to see you with your TNG buds again. :]

So, hold that chin up, Wil! 'Cause after all, YOU DA MAN, and that will never change in a Monkeyboxer's eyes.

Oh crap, I spelled intelligence wrong! And I can't even edit it to correct it.

Well, y'all know what I meant.

while i'm here, i missed the Star Trek episode of 'The Weakest Link'. Anyone have it in divx?

Hey Wil
You really handled that with a great deal of grace and tact. One day someone will have to explain to me the mindset of hollywood. I am glad that you got to reconnect with your Star Trek friends, but I can not help but think that we the fans have been cheated in a way. Maybe I am alone in this. However, as usual, you have a strong grasp on whats really important in life.

Well... damn. That really just stinks - I was so looking forward to seeing you as part of this movie. All I can say is... you'd better call up someone and make sure they know - we fans want the UNCUT movie on the DVD! :)

THEY CRUSHED WESSLEY!?!

But seriously, I'm sure the scene isn't lost forever. It might show up on the DVD. I'm glad that you're not too upset about it, because to me it seems like you're the can for the producers to kick around.

Dude, you just made me download that song by Echo and the Bunnymen. I was so excited about going back to freshman year at USC that my palms were sweating. Thanks!

Totally sux Wil, I feel your pain. I wanted to see Wes one more time...

Hmmm. Dare I dream: Star Trek X|: 90 minutes of Wesley Fucking Crusher... Nah, they wouldn't, would they? That would be cool!

I'm glad they cut your scene out. You may be a fine actor and nice guy but I always hated the Wesley Crusher character. Knowing you are not going to be in the movie just makes me want to see it more. Buck up kiddo, oh wait your 30.

How much worse could things be.

1) You could be the newly appointed head honcho of Florida's child welfare agency.
2) You could be the campaign manager for Bill Simon.
3) You could be the campaign manager fo Gray Davis running against Riordan instead of Simon.
4) Every time you step into your car you are pulled over by the police for Driving While White.
5) The phone call was from Peter Jackson saying "About those 2 years you had to spend in New Zealand....."
7) Mr. Anna Nicole Smith-Wheaton.
8) "Mr. Wheaton, we're from the SEC and we have a few questions to ask you about Martha Stewart."
9) The LA Devil Rays.
10) Doing stand-up in a 3rd rate Vegas lounge for 42 weeks a year.

I always knew Rick Berman was a prick, so I'm not surprised. Hell, I wouldn't be surprised if they hadn't even put film in the can that day. And I'll bet large sums of money that the scene won't be on any DVD next year.

What a fucking tool.

I just learned the news from the Corona site where I clicked on a link to your site. Although it would have been spectacular to see Wesley Crusher again (especially after the way he left), I liked what you had to say about the whole experience. You exhibited nothing less than pure class Wil and I have learned something positive from your experience. Great writing skills too, I was able to visaulize your drive and entire conversation...it's like I was there. Thanks for sharing with us Wil and I will now add the link to your site on mine.

You're a very classy guy, Wil Wheaton.
But I am not.

I think this really fucking sucks. I'm really tiring of what Paramount continues to do to Trek stuff and this is a last straw.

Don't tell anybody that I'll probably buy the DVD if/when Paramount releases it with added scenes including the ones you were cut out of, but I'm not going to see it at the theater unless it shows up at the 2 for 1 theater at Hollywood/Vine.

Hey, Wil,

Yep, civilizations and science fiction franchises rise and fall ... the real value in our lives is our time and relationships with those we love.

By the way - about Wesley Crusher falling silent forever ... I wonder how Star Trek Inc. would react if you asked if you could pen a Trek paperback wherein you take care of Wesley in your own way? If they thought about it from a commercial standpoint, they'd have to see this would be a big event for all ST and WW fans - and both those who love and hate WC. Then YOU'D get to close the book on Wesley - literally!

Take care!

I was really looking forward to seeing what wesley crusher was up to these days. I was a little sad when they decided to make the 5th series a prequel, simply becuase it ment no cameos from old characters... no checking up on old friends. So, besides from novels and the such, the movies are all we've got for that sort of thing.

I've just got to say this... I'll be looking very much forward to the 'special edition' DVD with all the deleted scenes... and unless an evil virus wipes out all the trekkies some time soon, I'm sure we'll be seeing that DVD.

I'm glad you handled it so well. But ... *cries*

Sorry Wil. But honestly, I can't imagine how the 'Traveler' would fit into this movie, from what I've seen in the preview. I guess I'll have to wait for the Director's Cut, as everyone else is doing.

Coyote

Hey Wil,

Sweet Site. This is my first time here. Got the link from a news article on scifi.com about this.

I always wondered if they were going to try to bring you're character back in the movies. I personally thought that it was cool how you're character was like the first step towards the next level of human evolution or something like that. I think that the traveler and you should have come back and saved the federation from the Nemesis Baddies with your time/space altering brain powers!!! hehe but then it would have been more like Dark City and less like Star Trek, hehe.

I know one thing. Like others have mentioned, they better your scene(s) on the DVD in some form. I would even like the idea of seeing a special directors cut of the movie with the whole almost 3 hours long movie on it. It could be like the Brazil Criterion Collection Box Set but the Star Trek Criterion Collection Box Set.

pjC

Thanks, Potch, for the info. I couldn't remember his name, and I almost said H.G. Wells, who is entirely different, and I decided I didn't want to take the risk.

I find "dude" works fairly well when I'm at a loss.

Crazy Rick Berman.

Well crap.

I'm glad that you are looking at this from the positive end, but I am just a tad bit pissed. I was looking forward to seeing Wes again.

Oh well, there's always the "Special Edition".

Wil,

I've been reading your web log for over a year now. Weird, I know. Not every day and not even every month but I like to check in with you from time to time to see how my pal Wil is doing in Hollywood.

Personally, I liked Wesley and was very bummed to hear that he would not be in the movie. I thought the plot device where Wesley's "science experiment went awry" was used too often in TNG but liked the character. I was a computer wiz at a young age and began my career in my teens so I could really connect with the fictional Wesley. I think it would be weird if Wesley never ever showed up in a star trek film.

MEMO to Rick Berman: Cutting Wesley sends a nasty message to the young computer geeks that watched TNG. YOU ARE NOT IMPORTANT TO THE PLOT. Sadly, in the real world of computer geeks Patrick Stewart would not be able to keep on top of the latest JAVA code and he'd be a peripheral character. Wesley would rock on as king of the programmers/engineers and Patrick would be writing end user documentation.

I think Hollywood is totally harsh and you should rack up some computer certifications and sit back and make 103K a year to crank out source like ome of us do. You get to go home before 6:00 pm and get a chance at a real life.

You should ask for the scene to put on your website. Maybe even buy the cut scenes to make your own video or pitch for a series for you involving Star Trek. Like they said in last nights epidsode on TNN
"Turn a disadvantage into a advantage."

Then kill the chorus!

Hi all,

48 minutes?? I`d say that would make a pretty good directors cut....
I`ve seen the teaser and I`m frightened. Car chasing scenes, action packed thrilling space jumps out of a destroyed ship. A bed scene? Is that the TNG I know? Insurrection was imho close to horrible. A joystick (argh, it hurts so much) on the bridge. And now a director who wants to invent Star Trek once again....
A scene with you Wil and Leah Brahms would be in the old spirit (yadayada, I know :-)).

Greetz, Grendel

First of all - JESUS - that's one hell of a length for a Star Trek film!

It's a shame to hear you were cut, I was really looking forward to seeing the ol' gang back together again... :( Trek XI better happen now!!

It really is great though to read just how your priorities are set during this time. I think it's fantastic, and considering as well that you were able to spend time with your old TNG buddies that everything seems great. :)

Also, ironically, I like how this series of replies is becoming massive...

Hey, you always have a future in sci-fi writing.

Or programming.

Whichever.

Thanks for sharing this. I appreciated it.

Wil,
It was a pleasure to read of this episode in your development. Thank you for sharing the light of wisdom. Keep on going.
May you reach your goal!
dws

Hi Wil,

I was looking forward to see you in the movie and I hope the scene will be included in the DVD.
Good luck with your career.

I think the fact that 316 people before me have commented on how much it totally sux that you're not in the movie Wil, speaks volumes. Theres a hella lotta love in WWDNland, and that in itself is something to be proud of.

If you can stomach the cold, why dont you pack up the family, have a quiet word with Mr Sam Mendes and 'Do a Gwynnie (Paltrow) or a Kevvy (Spacey)' and partake in some theatre here in good ol' Blighty? I know us Brits would LURVE to see you acting in London.

Hey Wil,
I'm one of those people that was shocked to see you on slashdot, and I hope your servers handling the slashdotting very well.. Poor admin... Anyways, I got tons of respect for you from getting to know you through your blog, you've come from being that really smart kid on star trek that had the respect of adults that us kids at the time all wanted to be, into a real person that I can relate to through your log. The part they cut better show up on the DVD because I can't wait to see Wesley back in his uniform, in the company of friends. We he/you belong.

Hey, Wil!

While I was not a fan of Wesley, I still think
it's a shame that you were cut.

I've had a bit of experience in the film
entertainment industry working for a studio who
shall remain nameless (but who's mascot is a
rodent). And though I was not a *direct* contributor
to the films I have credit on (i.e., an actor,
key grip, gaffer), I know that they could not do
what they did without my (and my fellow worker's)
contribution. So I was always a little miffed that
when it came to credits, the blade swung
viciously. Many people who made significant efforts
to help the films get made were left out. With
your history, it's adding insult to injury.

I also think it's petty of the studio when a
film like ST:Nemesis is almost guaranteed to
bring in the cash is cut due to time constraints,
and a film like "Lord of the Rings" is cut *down*
to three hours, the DVD version being close to
four (so they say).

In any even, I wish you well. Always keep your
secrets!

....k
-=-=-=-

hey, i know you probably dont get a chance to read all of this wil...but in case u do see this, i never knew how great of a writer you were until i read this little story of yours...i would have liked to see you in that movie, but i think its a good thing that your not bitter. stay on the bright side,
sara!

oops...sorry about the "kiddie speak", i just read the little rules thing. I will try not to speak like a kiddie....say hi to ryan if you will...(dont worry, i am his age)im not a freaky old lady or anything...and remember WWJD
sara

Hey Wil,

My husband is currently going through a professional situation not unlike yours and is dealing with a lot of disappointment. I have pointed him to your blog and I hope he gets the message. :) Thanks for being such a great guy.

Wil,

One writer to another, that was a beautifully composed and intimate portrait of one short moment of your life. I felt everything you were meaning to convey, from:

"my stomach tightens, my arms grow cold"

to

"I wonder if The Lesson is that, in order to succeed, I need to rely upon myself, trust myself, love myself, and not put my happiness and sadness into the hands of others."

Judging by what I gather of you from Slashdot and your own website, I feel I can confidently assert that you're a very intelligent guy, and I guess they weren't too far off when they chose you to play a child prodigy. :)

I'm sincerely sorry to hear about Nemesis. I'm glad to hear that you're doing a lot of writing, it's definitely one of your more prominent talents. I'd like to read more from you, you're very expressive and you include the little details that make a story REAL.

Congratulations on starring in my favorite Star Trek series ever; it's more than I'll ever accomplish. :)

Hey, this isn't really the best news. I was never a huge Wesley Crusher fan, but it always seemed to me that they left one huge loose end when you left. And such an INTERESTING loose end at that!

It's great that you're able to see this in a positive light, and that you're not bitter or angry or remorseful about it. I have to say, I don't know if I would have handled it with as much grace.

I'm sorry to read you got cut, Wil, but I'm pleased to read such maturity in your writing. I hadn't visited your site in a while.

I am really happy to hear you're now enjoying success as a writer. It's nice to see someone who is emerging from the other side of the Hollywood hype machine with their head so firmly on their shoulders. Which ever direction your life takes you it sounds like you now have the presence of mind to work through it, take what is given to you, and make the best of it.

I wish you and your loved ones well, and I wish you success wherever your path may lead.

Peace,

Joe G.

I had a bit of a crush on Wesley back in the day. I was looking forward to seeing an adult Wesley in the movie. But as others have said, they can put the scene on the DVD!

Dear Wil,
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!
Ok, the loyal fan I am to you, I am no longer going to see that movie... Mary-Sueish as he was, Wesley was my fav character!!!!!! So, there.... am I being too loyal?
Lily

Just found your site Wil (the honour of being /.ed!). I'd have to add my voice to the idea of you cast as Sirius Black in the 3rd Harry Potter film. At least then you wouldn't end up on the virtual cutting room floor.

Best o' luck.

Dude, that really sucks. The internet news that you were doing the cameo was one of the things that was making us look forward to Nemesis !

I would imagine you will be on the DVD but still this is a shitty deal. Maybe enough fans will make stink. It would be awesome to see the whole bridge crew from TNG together again !!

Curious, you said you were happy to wear the uniform again. When you left, Wesley left starfleet. So since you got the boot, you might as well tell us some inside stuff (like for example why you were wearing the uniform in the movie?)
And on a lighter side, I'm surprised you took this news so well since you seem to cry at sunsets and puppy dogs daily!

Nuttin but love, my man!

man, i feel bad, people have all these opinions of how the role of Wes was handled, i personally loved how it was, in a way, i'm kind of like the character, and i have always liked it, i am pretty mad that your part got cut, and even more mad that they're cutting 48 minutes out, a 3 hour trek movie would be one of the best things ever, considering an episode is an hour, having movies at 1&1/2 hours isn't all that good, but a 3 hour movie would have been great, now it's all gone, i was really looking foward to seeing the character of Wes again, and i hope they don't take out Whooopie Glodberg's part, i have also been looking foward to seeing her in her character again.

Wil, dude,

Nicely done. Thanks for sharing. May you always meet the important things in your life at the end of your drive.

You were cut because you never posted the pictures of the Giant Purple Dog Penis Tattoo on William Shatner's Back. I warned you of the consequences of keeping those pictures all to yourself. You played with fire and you got burned.

- TGPDPTOWSB

TGPDPTOWSB is BACK!

YESSS!!!

RAWK!

Wil-
I came to your website from the Askewniverse because someone there had posted a link to your review of the JASBSB DVD. I come back now because I'm drawn to proof of a "real man." I'm not sure I've met many in real life and I'm fascinated by your perspective, your thoughts, and your obvious love for your boys. Lots of people ask why I'm not married at my "advanced(I live in Indiana, if you're not married by 22, you're advanced. . .I'm 28)" age, and I tell 'em "I've never met anyone I'd want to live with the rest of my life." Lately, I've been doubting that I ever will. You've definately renewed my faith in men. Thanks. /dopey sappy crap

Its kind of funny that you took the news better than I. Hmm, I wonder who the other actor is whose role suffered rather large cuts. I bet its the other half of the Crusher family. I'm okay, tho. I played hookie from work to go to the X Games and now I feel much better. Alright, I admit I'm still a bit disappointed. But at least I've stopped cursing out those responsible for not only cutting Wes from the movie but also for basically ignoring my fav character -that other Crusher.

Okay, I admit it. I'm not cool enough to play hookie. I actually filed the correct paperwork to request a few days off to see the X Games. If I can't have Wesley Crusher, I will have Bob Burnquist!

Without a doubt the scenes will make an appearance on the DVD.

hey but you still got paid right? that's a bonus.

Talking on the phone while driving? Tsk, tsk.

Good job, Wil. I'm glad you took the news so objectively and that you're feeling better because of it.

I only wish I could take such a noble approach if I was ever faced with a similar situation. You made the best of it and got the type of self confidence and experience that you could never learn otherwise, and you probably feel as if you're a better person because of it.

It also gives me confidence to see people act so rationally in this mad mad world, so thanks! :)

You know? It was kind of odd for me to read your thoughts on this event... I've been going through a very similar deal lately. I always put my happiness in the hands of others, and more recently I had depended on an old flame who was visiting. We had a week together, but then she was back off to Nevada to start college. I came to much the same conclusion that you did. Nobody can take away that week, and things are just fine in the end. It's really great when you see a familiar lesson learned by someone else. It's a form of validation I suppose. Take care, Wil. :)

Darn. I was looking forward to seeing you (and Wesley) in Nemesis. Too bad about the cut. :-(

By the way - I must be a pretty big sap, because your entry (especially the last line) made me cry!

Bummer WIl, but at least you know you'll be in the special edition DVD with Bonus footage!

Bummer WIl, but at least you know you'll be in the special edition DVD with Bonus footage!

Bummer WIl, but at least you know you'll be in the special edition DVD with Bonus footage!

Oops. Sorry about the click twitch there. Jeez, just like a f*ckin' newbie. Still gettin' used to the non-java browser thingy

Sucks that you got cut, but hey: i'm sure there will be bigger and better things for you to do in the future. i'm looking forward to them.

Your eloquence amazes me. Write a book or something: i'd read it.

Well I guess that your next appearance will be as a captain of some future Enterprise class ship.

Cheers
Cthulhu

Wil,
Sorry to hear the news, but it sounds like you've handling it very well... like Wesley has matured from that whiny annoying guy, to someone I wouldn't want to miss in a film (Harrison Ford, Kevin Spacey, etc.). Someone at SciFi needs to hook you up with your own series ;-)

With this news, I'll be holding off to see the movie 'till it hits a DVD. I'm finding more and more that my old favorites (Star Trek and Star Wars) just don't have it anymore and don't appeal much more than a bad episode of SG1 or Farscape. I'll sit through both, but I won't pay top dollar for it, ya know? Not a boycott, but just perturbed at them for stringing you (and us!) along.

On the other hand, I can't wait for LoTR:TT to come out in December. That's one series that has (so far) delivered, and then some. Go get the LoTR:FoTR DVD and sit back and enjoy, Wil. I've watched it half a dozen times since I got the DVD and still lovin' it.

Wil, you were and are a 100% valid member of the ST:TNG crew. Don't say "...Wesley Crusher falls silent forever". If your scenes still don't make it into the movie on the special edition of the DVD, I will be very disappointed.

Very disappointed to hear the news. Even though your scenes might not have been key to the movie plot, it would still be nice to see one of my favorite STTNG characters on the big screen. If for no other reason than to get reaquainted and updated with Wesley's life.

As I read your blog, I'm can feel the disappointment that I won't see Wesley Crusher, and I have to admit that I feel bad for you, as I remember how excited you were when you first started working on Nemesis. But as others have said, hopefully your scene will be reinstated in the DVD.

Wil, what a great piece of writing.

Remember, you will always have Wil Wheaton's Run! It's gonna kick butt! :)

Wil Wheaton's Run!

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Great way to handle the whole situation. My question is what is wrong with a 3 hour Star Trek movie????

Hey Wil,
Bad news sucks. I've read about this through the point of view from many other artist. No matter what anyone says or does, it does not make it any easier. You are still an artist and that can not be taken away. You still are and always will be one of the luckiest men on this planet in and outside of the business. It was a great two days and we always meet great people.
F.G.

Really really sorry to hear that Will. That really sucks. It kinda reminds me of what happened to Rick Sternbach when they began work on StarTrek: Enterprise. At least you got a call letting you know what the score was. I know, small consolation...

Once again.. my condolences.

kenn brown
vancouver, bc

*Hugs*

I'm glad you're feeling more centered in your life, Wil. I still wanna see you in a movie, and I'll miss your part in this one. Hey, with the 'special edition' DVD trend that's emerging, may they'll add it all it on a second release! :o)
I'm glad that this hasn't ruined your mood.

:) i am glad there are such optimistic people like you around in this world...makes people like we, who get upset and disillusioned easily have someone to look up to...

I'm not some kind of die-hard Trekkie. I do like Star Trek, and I really liked the Wesley Crusher character. I can't think of anyone else who could have played young Wesley better than you did.

I've never been one to be wowed or awed by actors or celebrities in general. However, I've been reading your blogs for about a month, and not only am I impressed with your acting, I'm pretty impressed with you as a person. You seem to be more of a real person than your typical detached celebrity who lives a real life... not some fantasy hollywood dream.

I must say I'm disappointed that you will not be in the movie. I do hope to see you in future productions that would display the diversity in character we've seen here on your website... hell, I'd even like to see you play a villian! (I'd bet you'd make a GREAT villian!)

Nobody in hollywood has impressed me off screen as much as you have, and I hope to see you on the big screen with Hollywood's greatest!

-=Jerry=-

What rotten news this is! I always liked your character on TNG, and I know that I was looking forward to seeing Wesley Crusher reappear in Nemesis. I can tell from the previous comments that I'm not alone in this, either. I'm sorry, Wil -- what a disappointment this must have been.

Still, you handled the whole thing with exceptional grace and aplomb. Thanks for sharing such a poignant moment with us.

Wil,

I'm sorry. I was really looking forward to seeing Wesley in ST:Nemesis because he was the guy we wanted to be on ST:TNG, the punk kid who became an ensign and the ensign who became a space-time travel visionary. I hope you demand that your scenes be put on the DVD so that I won't be left wondering "What ever happened to that nice young man?" I admire your stiff upper lip and am glad that you recognized the most important things in life. My Wesley action figure was disappointed but I promised him next week he could visit He-Man and the GI Joes in my Lego Rebel Alliance Base and beat the hell out of Megatron and the Decepticons. >:o)

~E

Man, that stinks. STNG is still the best Star Trek ever, and they should keep every character going in the movies. By now Wesley Crusher should have been commanding his own ship and married to some hot Vulcan.

I write [space opera, mostly], and edit for other folk... and while reading your post, I had an Insight:

All stories are built on the parts that *didn't* make it into the narrative. Not just background info, but stuff that wound up on the floor. Sortof like the fill dirt used to level a construction site.

I don't remember where all I was going with this, but you get the idea. So Wesley isn't involved this time, but we know he's there, helping hold up the building. :)

Wil, i dont know what to say. of course im disappointed but no offense i probably would of waited for the dvd version anyway seeing as i work in a video store and would get it for free when it comes out. i for one loved your wesley character, to be quite honest i had a huge crush on you!!!! obviously these people dont realize how many fans you have otherwise they wouldnt of cut you out of this flick. they are going to loose a lot of money by the looks of other posts on here! i congratulate you though on your maturity and the way you handled yourself! by the way i recently discovered your site and its truly one of a kind. I feel like im getting to know the real you by reading your entries and not just what a magazine editor decided to keep in an interview! keep up the good work

Well, if its as good as LOTR, you might make it onto the DVD.

It's great that you're so positive, but it still royally sucks you got cut. I was looking forward to finally seeing you in one of the movies. Maybe someone will be nice to all us fans and put your deleted scenes on the DVD. I'll still see the movie, but it won't be the same not seeing Wesley Crusher in it.

4

How is it you remember the people you pass while driving + talking? That's another talent you got man. I can't even remember what I had for breakfast yesterday.

April is the cruelest month, breeding
Lilacs out of the dead land, mixing
Memory and desire, stirring
Dull roots with spring rain.
5 Winter kept us warm, covering
Earth in forgetful snow, feeding
A little life with dried tubers.

Can I get a "HELL YEAH" from the other ladies in the house who think Wil is hot?!

Sorry you got cut. I hope to see more of your beautiful writings though. They were *really* inspiring. It made me forget all the junk in my life for a while and be thankful that I have something at the end of my drive home to look forward to.

Stay sweet.

If only they'd cut you from Toy Soldiers too. LOL.

Only kidding mate! Tough news, but at least you starred in a succesful series at a young age, not many people can say that.

Have a ganders at my website - full of poems about snot and bogeys to cheer you up.

I've never been much of a fan of Star Treck, and I've never been much of a fan of the character of Wesley Crusher... but - well, I was going to write that "I'm considering being a fan of yours," but that seems rather lame when what I'm really thinking is "Hey, he's a very cool person. I should read his journal more often."

Instead of being a fan, I will see if I can be a friend.

I'm sorry to hear about having your scene cut. As has been mentioned, odds are good that it'll show up on the DVD. I'm glad to read that you're okay, that you know how good your life is. I know the feeling. I love my life, strange as it may be; I've worked hard to get where I am, and I'm happy.

And I'm 30, too.

So take care, and I'll see you around online.

Wil, you're the man. You'll be at the helm someday looking back gloriously. Peace Out.

I know this is harsh, but it's probably karma,
and it serves you right for talking on a mobile
phone whilst driving a car.

I'm a bike rider and hate those annoying fuckers
who drive and talk at the same time. Yeah sure
it was probably hands free, but it doesn't matter,
if you talk and drive then chances are you're
not paying attention, not indicating, etc etc.

boo hoo!

damn you for being so human.

Move on. Tell us your stories. Go forth and prosper. Know that through your writings, you are in our hearts and thoughts. Your image flashing on a video screen could never bring us as close to you as what you do here; you're sharing your real life with us. You have many loving supporters who want to see you succeed, and believe that you will. Love ya Wil.
Now get back to work. :-)

I think I speak for all of us TNG fans, who have watched you from the start. I don't think it will quite be the same without wesley crusher there for the end. Damn berman....i don't trust that guy... ;-) joking of course

Whoever decided to cut the movie because it's "too long" isn't making this movie for Star Trek fans. You said it yourself: they cut an entire episode! We only get new TNG once every few years-- let it be long! Make an intermission if necessary; people will buy more popcorn and squishies.

Add my voice to the long list of people who wanted to see you in the movie!

Angelique

Oh, man! What Angelique said!

But you know, Wil, there are millions of people who support and admire you, and the life you brought to Wesley's character. I don't for a minute think that Wesley "fell silent" anywhere -- I think he would be too involved in his interesting, rewarding life to let anything but the positives of this stay with him.

Kind of like you... ;-)

A small postscript to what I said above...

As long as any station or cable network anywhere continues to rerun the TNG episodes (or at least, the first three seasons, the fourth season up through "Final Mission," "The Game," "The First Duty," "Parallels," "Journey's End," and any I forgot about that Wil was in)...

As long as the videotapes and DVDs of those episodes still sell...

As long as the TNG fans still gather in places like this one to remember...

As long as the pictures, action figures and paraphernalia continue to sell in the stores and on the auction sites...

As long as any of that is still happening...Wesley Crusher can *never* truly fall silent.

Wil may have given him life, but he's taken on a life of his own by now. Somewhere in somebody's imagination, (ex-)Ensign Wesley Crusher continues to go forth, exploring strange new worlds, seeking new life forms and new civilizations, and--need I say?--boldly going where no one has gone before.

May Wesley's road rise up to meet him.

Hey there -- I am disappointed Wesley Crusher will not be in Nemesis - I was looking forward to seeing you in there and it would have been nice to have some closure on the character. Your attitude is inspiring - and you spent two days doing something most of us here can only dream about! :)
All the best for the future, Kestra.

Wil Wheaton lives? You actually had a role in that new Star Trek movie? If it weren't for slashdot I would not know these things.

I always disliked the character of Wesley Crusher. I just hate kids in movies, I don't know why. They're annoying. Ironically you acted better than the rest of the cast did most of the time, but then the STNG-cast is not known for they're exceptional acting.

I don't know what I'm trying to say here. I'm kinda stunned. There's this guy I didn't like (the role I mean) who I thought was dead (I thought I read somewhere that you committed suicide - no joke!) and it turns out he is alive and acting and has a webpage where he makes his private life public.

It's all so...unreal?

Anyway, more luck next time and rock on dude.

D.

Thats a bit of a bugger! But hey if you dont mind then what the hell?? It seems to me that you got what you needed out of the experience and maybe it was good closure??

By the way - you write very eliquently! I dont think i could express my feelings so clearly!

:)

Syren

P.S. - This is the first time i have posted to your site - Its very impressive BTW!!

As long as all of these edited scenes make it to the eventual DVD release. At the end of the day, you were there, you made the scenes... you got be Wes again. I wonder what your (on-screen) Mom's gonna say about all this!? Beverly set to kill?

:o)

Chris

You're cool Wil. Don't change.

Bad luck :( I'm sorry you got cut.. your inclusion made alot of news on alot of sites.

3 Hours... bejesus. Am I the only person who doesn't have a problem with a 3 hour long Trek film?

I hope that dodgy sex scene gets cut too.. gah.. Sex in Star Trek? Insinuated, yes... shown, hell no. Urg.

Hi Wil,

first i have a confession to make. I dont really like star trek, sure some episodes are entertaining, i did like the First Contact movie, but the rest of it usually is not very interesting to me and thus i never really became a Trekkie. However, a post on Slashdot brought me here, and i must say that you have a cool attitude regarding this thing, which i know would disappoint me heavily. I really like what you wrote, the way you wrote it, but more importantly the last paragraph in your writing kinda puts some things into perspective and is .. i don't know.. right.. and inspiring in a non trekkie way. I think you have an interesting and promising career as a writer ahead of you. This weblog post proves it because it moved me, and i am a rather inanimate object heheh :)

Nice entry, Wil. Nice to see someone putting words around what it is that becomes important when we get older.

Set phazers to "unemployed"!

The poster above me likes to have sex with children.

THERE IS A HULL BREACH IN WIL WHEATON'S HEAD

All engineers to deck, we need to shoot Tacky-Ion beams at this e/n weenie! SET PHAZERS TO "CHILD ACTOR WILL ACT FOR FOOD"

Wil Wheaton is the voice of our generation. I'm glad to finally have a web site that speaks to our generation. I just wish the film maker's would have had the intelligence to make a film for our generation. Without Wil it's not for our generation.

Until then I will make due with this film loop of Princess Lisa bending over R2D2 while I play my audio tape I made of SciFi Space Sounds mixed with lesbian porn.

I've always been a little troubled with the length of ST films...especially the newer ones. It just doesn't seem like there could be a ST film that is too long. If the film is good, length is unimportant. It's a shame that this new film is being hacked away to nothing...those bastards!

It really is a shame to hear you were cut, I was really looking forward to seeing your character again. I am glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience with old friends, though. I'm not sure I could've seen the positives as well as you did if I were in your place.

More power to you, Wil.

Wil - I envy you your ability to put your hard-earned pearl of wisdom into action, with such positive and tangible results. You are correct, of course, that the secret to happiness is to realize it doesn't need to come from others. Your reaction is proof. The hardest part is turning "knowing" that truth into real action in one's life. I doubt I would have handled your situation as well as you did.

PS: Sarcastic wise-ass remarks next time, this was my first reply because only this log entry inspired me adequately to write one.

Peace
/d

Wow, sorry Wil. Love your attitude kiddo. Nice words thanks I needed them too. My kids and family are all I have and all I need.

You should talk to Rick later on about ensuring your scene goes in the DVD along with all the other features!

You make me want to be a better person...

I'll probably start off like you've heard so many, many people start off with you. Sorry 'bout that.

I loved your work in "Stand By Me." Your part in that movie, and your character's motivation, very, very accurately reflected an incident in my life. I still can't get through your scene with Phoenix where you say, "Why did he have to die, Chris? It should have been me." because I'd said nearly those exact words.

I was so-so about Wesley Crusher. I thought it was a very difficult part to write for, and it was impossible to please the fans with. That said, I thought you did well with what you were given.

I saw this entry after someone referred it to me. I've stopped on your site from time to time because I find we're very close politically in our views.

But, man, you can WRITE! Perhaps you should see what you can do with that. You write a book with the same introspective style that you wrote this entry with and, hell, I'd buy it!

Peace, Wil. You're on a good road...

I just read that your scene was cut from the movie on ign.com. Although I don't think I'm a trekie, I did like your character on the show and I'm not entirely sure where he went. I will be quite dissapointed to not see him in the movie. But hopefully they will piece it back together for the DVD and you won't JUST be in the cut scenes section. I would hope Paramount (?) would do that for the fans.

Aint that about a bitch!?

One of the things I like about Star Trek is the long history I feel I have with the characters. I feel like I have known them far many years, and I thought the whole idea of bringing back Wesley was great. Will, if you speak to Rick Bermann please tell him to push for a special edition DVD wich features both a theatrical version and an uncut version of the film!

I couldn't bear to see "404" next to comments, so I had to make it 405.

Thanks for The Lesson quote. I needed that right about now. I will carry that with me for some time.

wil: if the execs at paramount could read all these comments...could they consider this a petition...filled with more than just names...filled also with the heartfelt sentiment...that the kid stays in the picture!

OK. WE NEED A GRASSROOTS "SAVE WESLEY" CAMPAIGN. WHEATON AND HIS INTERNET HORDE ARE THE BEST THING STAR TREK HAS GOING FOR IT. WE WANT A WESLEY/WHEATON CAMEO!!!

yeah: free wesley crusher!

I'm soooooo confused?!?!! Pass it on!

Wil,

you know the more I think about you getting cut from Nemesis, and I am thinking about it.

Also from the way people on here are talking about your scenes being on DVD,and they are talking about it..

I am getting more upset.

When is the last time a Star Trek movie got any directors cuts? except for the new releas of Star Trek II The Wrath Of Khan, and it's what 20 yrs old? I don't know about you but I don't want to wait 20 yrs to see your scenes.

Here is another thing. Everyone is saying Wil write a book, well here are some titles for ya especially if Berman leaves you off DVD and I am sure he will and it won't have anything to do with you, it's him, remember? "I met Jimmy Kimmels cousin and things just happned." anyway now for the nifty titles...

This one is if you are left off of the DVD..
"How Rick Berman Screwed me twice without kissing me Once" by Wil Wheaton

On a serious note: "Star Trek and Me" by Wil Wheaton.

Ok screw being serious: "How Rick Berman Broke it Off In Me" by Wil Wheaton

And my personal favorite: "My own Personal Nemesis" by Wil Wheaton (this one is all about..well you hating Rick Berman, and him being your enemy).

Well I had to get that out of my system I fell alot better now. It has been bothering me knowing you were cut, so don't worry about not being pissed off at Berman I'll do it for ya.

Take care Wil, Until your next post..

Matt......

Ok in my last post I didn't spell *feel* write well here it is the write way, and I also left an E of of release so here it is now.

release

I feel better now.

Wil

What do you mean "Somewhere in Brooklyn, Wesley Crusher falls silent forever"??? Who let whom into my memories???

(Whew)

Just checked. Wesley is alive and kicking. Thought we'd lost you there.

Hey, just thought that I'd post that I noticed a lapse in your grammar skills. ;)

I'm feel happy and proud.

*Shrugs.* Not a big deal, but it needed to be said. :D

What!!!!!!! No MORE WIL!!! I THINK I'MA START CRYING WHY WIL WHY HIM! They could cut these damn ads that you see before the movie starts!

Anyways WIL I think you just learned that hollywood is not always Holly! You can still apply for a job at MCDonalds I think they are hiring young geniuses like Wesley Crusher.

You're always making me cry these little silent tears, usually at my desk in the office. *sigh* While I am a leeetle bit sad they had to cut you...I am so happy that you've made peace with it, and other things.

I would have been nice to see you in the new film, but I'm still enjoying you from the series - so for me Wes is still on the Enterprise and always will be.

Thanks for all the work you did on the series. Over the years I've enjoyed it a great deal... and still do.

Best Wishes...

Jez

Rick Berman doesn't know the first thing about Star Trek nor about what's good for Star Trek. Rick Berman only knows about Rick Berman and dollar signs. From what I've seen of Nemesis so far you're probably better off not being in it. Bald guys wielding Gil Hibben knives and giant battles in jeeps are not what Star Trek is about. It's only what marketing people think will appeal to non-Trekkers. I sure they figure Trekkers will see the movie no matter what and that they need to rope in as many other people as they can to make maximum dollars. Well, they're not going to get mine, that's for sure.

Sucks that your scene was cut. Sucks for you, obviously, and it sucks for those of us that wanted to see it. I'm sorry to hear it.

I'm glad that Berman was pretty stand-up about it, though (much more so than some of the editors I deal with in my own work). It's obvious that you still feel a definite connection to TREK, and would still like to contribute. So, something occurs to me: You should pitch to ENTERPRISE as a writer. Would TPTB be receptive to something like that?

Hi Wil. I find it hillarious that a whole Slashdot thread is concentrated on admonishing you for talking on a cell phone while driving.
Heehee. Looks like that is the bigger tragedy!
Chris

NoooooOoOoO00OooOOooooo!!!!

I feel bad that your scene got cut out of the movie. To me, that would have been one of the better scenes to see Wesley Crusher come back with the crew of the Enterprise. It's been a while since Wesley had been there. I hope they have this scene on the DVD!!

Wil,

I must admit I was annoyed with Wesley Crusher when I first saw him on TNG. I've heard that you requested that he not save the ship on a regular basis after that, and I found respect for you, even though the character still annoyed me. Then, Wesley started to grow up, and I started to like him, too. Naturally, as with many things in Star Trek, just when they start to get good, they get cut. :(

Still, I want you to know that I'm disappointed that you were cut (even though I didn't know you had filmed any scenes until I heard they'd been cut) from Nemesis. I'm hoping that Nemesis will prove to be a mold-breaking film for TNG.

I'm sorry, I'm wandering. Let me get to the point: I respect you now, more than ever. I think it is clearly a loss to the the Star Trek franchise that you are no longer involved.

You mentioned that you have had steady work as a writer, recently. I'd like to see what you can do, as a writer, with Trek, and I encourage you to pursue that path.

I wish you luck in whatever you choose to pursue.

Hey I'm post 409! I'm sure my post will be completely original.

I've always been impressed with you, since finding your website. I always felt Wesley got the shaft on NG and particularly from Trek fans. I'm glad you can see what's really important in your life, your family, your friends, the experience of living. I'd like to thank you for sharing this with the rest of us.

That's really something. I was reading Slashdot and saw that thread. I think most of us.

I live in Brazil, and we are currently running on STTNG 6th year, DS9 (4th year), Voy (4th year), and Enterprise will start september 7th.

To tell you the truth, I always wandered about what has happened to Wes. There are some episodes that start something, but never finished. I was thinking that finally, I would know what Wes was about.

I feel really sorry. Lot of posts above talk about what Star Trek means. IMHO, you were part of it; you deserve to be there. You earned it.

It's sad they are cutting the Trek throwbacks, especially someone who was there when TNG started. I wonder if Whoopi has enough clout to keep her mug in the flick, but after seeing Rat Race - it might be hard.

They tagged this as "a generations final journey" and they should use everything they have. They should cut out 20 minutes of the fly-by sequences or drop 2-3 of the Data realization/jokes bits.

A 3-hour movie isn't necessarily a bad thing, think Titanic or LOTR, even the last 2 Star Wars movies were long and boring and fans ate that shit up. If you end up with Pearl Harbor, then you're fucked. Yeah, fuck Rick Berman, like that other guy said above. He should be thinking not only about the fans, but even your closure with the character and the series. And fuck the writers of DS9 for how many hours they wasted with the holographic guy who became their friend in the lounge And a big f-off to the people who brought us Greg the Bunny.

Sorry about all the f-bombs I just dropped, and especially when that leech got on your wee-wee when you, River, Corey, and Jerry were swimming.

well, sad to read this. But anyway, a nice written story :)

I'd have liked to see a somewhat "grown-up" wesley on Star Trek. Hope there will be, after all, another chance. Later. Remember good ol' Dr. McCoy on TNG1x01 ;)

Man, I'm sorry to hear about the cut. You've taken it amazingly well.

But look on the bright side! At least you can look forward to kicking Barney's ass at the EFF event!

http://www.eff.org/cafe/2002/

Take it out on the purple dinosaur!

Your fan,
Mark

I agree with the consensus that you handled the situation very well, but my comment has to do with the entry itself. You are a superb writer, you have a great sense for the dramatic, and a certain way with words that is truly effective. Have you considered doing some fiction writing? If you already have something published that I don't know about, could you maybe let me know if you have the time? Thanks

Dan

I am truly sorry to hear that you were cut from the movie. It's the passing of an era for all of us who watched that seven year run.

Since this is (from what I've heard) the final TNG movie, it's the passing of an era for us all. You just felt it go a little sooner than the rest of us.

Looking forward to seeing/reading something great from you in the future.

Tammy

Sorry about the cut, Wil. And I hope all 48 minutes are on the DVD....hell, I would LOVE to see a three hour ST:TNG movie! I've seen LOTR:FOTR five times so far.

I also hope that there will be a ST:TNG movie with Wesley Crusher as the main character. Consider they way Wesley left the series with the Traveler, there has got to be a million plots that can come up.

Peace, out.

looking forward to the dvd

" uncut directors version, never before seen "

First let me say that I am amazed at the number of comments this post has received - it's sitting at 432 as I write. I'm wondering what your all-time high is.

Secondly, I heard about this on the news this afternoon while I ate my lunch, and decided to come and read it for myself. It's a pity that you won't be in the film, like all the others, I too would have liked to have seen you in action once again.

Last, isn't it a wonderful feeling when we step out of the shadow of our past, and embrace the now? Acknowledging and appreciating what we have today is perhaps the best gift we can give ourselves. Congratulations Wil, I wish you all the very best!

You fucking rock, man! You have done more with this site and that last post than most people will ever do. You connect, man. And with every so-called stumble in your life you rise up. Thanks for pulling us along with you.

WIL!

"Spare us the clutter"

New Posting Please!!

Posting Please!!

Please!!

Hi Wil,

you have a great writing style. I enjoyed reading it. You actually were one of my favorite STNG characters, and i always wondered what happened to you characterwise ... too bad...

This is BS people.

This is perhaps the final ST:TNG movie, and they're gonna cut you out of it?! WTF?!

Instead of cutting people out, they should be determined to bring EVERYone back. You, Goldberg, Q, freaking all the major supporting characters. It's like if they just decided to cut out LeVar? I mean, c'mon Berman, get with the ST vibe. Stop letting the studio run the franchise. Would it matter if we started a petition?

You rock Will, don't let this get you down.

-Fan

Hey Wil,

I wish the part hadn't been cut, I was really excited to see you back with the gang. Next Gen really means alot to me. I still watch it, I'm only 18, but I'm a Wes fan, I hope they include it in the DVD,

Thanks
Denielle

Hey Wil,

Just wondering if you had a chance to see the daily horoscopes on bbspot.com today...I found it a bit humorous...

www.bbspot.com/News/2002/08/horoscopes20020816.html

Oh damn!
Living in Germany, I cannot watch your Computer game show, I cannot watch you in the theatre, so I was looking so forward to see "Wesley Crusher" again, and if and how he is influenced by his alter ego Wil, from whoom I am more and more impressed with every Weblog entry I read.
Now THAT!

I guess I have to wait for the DVD - and I damn Paramount to hell, if the'll leave your scenes out there, too!

Wil,
That's an awesome attitude. Proud of you.

well no star trekkie movie for me if Wil's not in it! It just isn't the same without wesley crusher ;(

Wow...I can't believe Bil Wheaton has so many people lined up to pucker up and kiss his moderately talented butt.

He seems like a decent guy, but c'mon...

Hi Wil,
I have to admit that I haven´t heard from you since TNG. I looked forward to Nemesis especially because I wanted to see how Wesley Crusher looks like ten years later. Damn!
Last week, I found my old Videos of TNG´s first season and I started watching the episodes, one each day. And there´s a young boy in it, a boy saving the ship almost every episode. And now ten years and three other Star Trek series later, I was hoping that this "young boy" would save the ship one last time...or at least share a drink with the crew.
Greetings from Germany
Bastian

Family Ties? no no I think Wil Wheaton was that kid from Benson.

Bil Wheaton, eh?

You are one smart man, Wil. I'm proud of you.

The movie will probably suck.

The last one was not all that good. It may adhere to the old saying that Star Trek movies are always one on and one off, but the characters have stagnated in my opinion. When the TV show went off the air, the characters got stuck in place, and now it's all going to be a big wank reunion like most of the Star Trek films.

Personally, I think you should try to get into another movie. You'd make a great bad guy because you have an innocent look. You'd make a good schizo I think.

If all else fails, pretend to be an alcoholic and check into rehab. That seems to work wonders for people's careers. At the very least, you'll get to be in an Elton John video.

Will.

You are the man.

That is all.

No offense, Wil, but I think you should have buried Wesley a long time ago. Star Trek is a neat universe, but the format of the shows, with the exception of the original series and Voyager, did a poor job of letting the actors explore their characters and generally weren't written half as well as your own blogs.

"If you can stomach the cold, why dont you pack up the family, have a quiet word with Mr Sam Mendes and 'Do a Gwynnie (Paltrow) or a Kevvy (Spacey)' and partake in some theatre here in good ol' Blighty? I know us Brits would LURVE to see you acting in London.

Posted by Foxychik at August 15, 2002 04:51 PM "

Please do Wil! You could come in the summer. We're often in the region of ninety degrees at the moment.

Ah, that does indeed suck. I would have liked to see you in there. The audience would have went wild! We can only hope this deleted scene will be on the DVD.

Hi Wil,

Taking bad news with an incredible strength of character is what truly makes a person a success. You may not be in that movie, but the experiences surrounding it have provided you with a moment of clarity...Happy Birthday!

"True happiness is of a retired nature, and an enemy to pomp and noise; it arises, in the first place, from the enjoyment of one's self, and in the next from the friendship and conversation of a few select companions."
Joseph Addison, The Spectator, March 17, 1911

you never cease to amaze me, wil.

Good God, you're turning 30?!?!

the folks at paramount have got a great thing going with star trek...but they gotta start thinking outside the box they've trapped themselves in. "insurrection" was boring...the finished film surely did not deliver what the title promised...they need to add some youth...at least relatively speaking, to the beloved next generation cast...they need wil wheaton!...you know that guy from "family ties" that did those great pepsi ads back in the 80's...the man can travel though space and time for gods sake!...and if gene roddenberry's successors at paramount could see half as clearly as he could...they would see that the next generation of movie goers is represented with comments on this blog!...and they not only come here...but they spread out all over the web with those 50,000 keyboards!...it's time to put the next generation back in star trek...it is time for wil wheaton...the man can act, the man can write...and the man can drink pepsi!

I forgot to mention that I hope you royally slaughter the guy-in-a-Barney-suit with Grudge-Match and CAFE. Wesley ain't gone yet!

free wesley crusher!

okay, i meant 50,000 typewriters!

Yikes, it's weird enough for me working on a film then seeing it and finding myself utterly omitted; sorry to hear the same for you but at least you were notified. As you indicate, at least you aren't going to find out first at the screening.
Hopefully they'll have the deleted scenes on the DVD.

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They should have left it uncut w/all 3 hours still in it in order to compete w/the ultra long "Two Towers" that will be released along side of ST:Nemesis.

Also, it sucks that you ain't in it... maybe they'll eventually show you as an Admiral w/a long white beard that reaches down to the floor in the "final" ST movie when the whole Universe gets blown up by the Klingons.

I say Boooooooo! We want Wesley!

Will,

The night I graduated high-school was the night I first seen you in "Encounter at Farpoint". it was years after you had done it but it was the first time screened in Australia.

That night I seen a piece of Roddenbery in your character and closly identified with him.

I was impressed with your acting and have since seen everything you have done that is avalible over here.

I have always wanted to see you back, and Wes in a role where we could see you from time to time. I am so upset at the loss of your scenes.

Paramount seem to include little extras with their DVD editions here - I must say I hope that there is one-day where we will see an entire version of the movie.

Regards... Steve

Is this shit like the real Wil Wheaton? Or is this a spoof site? I can't fuckign tell.

I am a complete loser with a tiny, tiny penis.

Well dude, I say its a bum rap. I mean 48 mins cut, sure ok, but cmon I know I have wished to see closure to the Wesley character like alot of people. Its great you are better then them and are taking it like a champ. Best of luck to you, and I hope Paramount doesnt screw us out of the extra scenes in the DVD!

Damn! The only reason I watch Star Trek is to see you and now they delete you from Nemesis. What is to happen next in this godforsaken world. I'm really sorry but I'm glad you can see the positives in the situation. We love ya no matter what!

DOH!

I am sorry, man. That sucks. I have always been a Wesley advocate. I posted a little piece on my site. Too bad I can't Trackback to a Greymatter site.

It's too bad. But hopefully they'll put you on the DVD release.

Wow, 48 minutes of deleted material. That will be fun for the DVD viewers.

Sorry your scenes were cut out.

I saw you on TechTV sometime ago. Hope you do a return visit.

BTW, do you ever watch Red Dwarf?

Have a fantastic week!

Diana

Jesus Christ!

Is this thing STILL going?

TVsWW, from out of the ashes of your Trek X defeat emerges the Greatest Blog Comments Ever.

I can tell my kids I was a part of it. Time to add a couple more items to the Cafe Press section.

Greatest Blog Comments Ever mousepads. Greatest Blog Comments Ever shirt. Greatest Blog Comments Ever mug. Greatest Blog Comments Ever...

Tote bag.

New masthead:

"WWDN: Home of the Greatest Blog Comments Ever."

This is like Woodstock.

Except no one is getting laid.

Lo, tbh I followed the url from one of your many detractors somethingawful.com . In all honesty its very easy to make fun of child actor types,I wont say i didnt chuckle at the idea of your axing , however upon reading your piece I am nothing short of repentful . I hated Wesley Crusher , he was a pissant frankly , but he was only a character you played ,your a different person, I cant say youve gained a "fan" but youve gained my respect and apologies for a rash judgement.

II too am saddened that you are not in this movie. At first it looked like it might be a very boring movie -- like insurrection, so I said to myself, I'll wait for it on DVD, but then I heard wesley was in it, and i thought, gee, if wesley is in it i should see check it out in the theatres, but now that I hear you were cut, i'll wait til its on DVD. AND I probably won't BUY it on DVD. I mean, I already have wrath of khan directors edition, why do I need what looks to be some rehash for TNG without ricardo montelban OR wil whaton?

Answer? I don't.

Is this going to make it to 500 comments?
will this be the most commented ever entry?

Only 25 more to go...

wil -

it is truth you pass along - life is not defined by your part in a movie - life is defined by the peaole talking and walking in the park - people connecting to people. life does not rise or set on one role, no matter how cool - it is connecting to people you love, and driving down a tree lined street seeing people connect with each other - peace in the heart. blessings to you for finding truth in your walk - keep seeking

I'm terribly sorry, along with most of your commentors, to hear that your scene was cut from the film. But I wanted to congratulate you on a superb blog entry. Not only was it well written (which is difficult enough to achieve when the subject matter is so personal and emotional), but it was a pretty personal glimpse into your mind.

Thank you for sharing that much of yourself with your readers and fans, and doing it so poignantly.

Amazing responses! ... and have to agree with the majority ... I always liked Wes and was sorry when he was no longer a part of the ongoing story line in TNG ...
So it was very frustrating to read that the character was considered disposable by Berman and company. I will probably see the movie anyway but consider this another way that the fans have been let down by Roddenberry's successors.

By the way, I think the pepsi guy was Michael J. Fox ... ;-)

Wil,
Once again your blog entry has touched me deeply. Like a lot of other people I was very dissapointed to hear that your seen was cut. I honestly will think twice about seeing the movie now. But once again I was very impressed with how human you are. There are so many ways you could have taken that news and you choose to use the one that causes you to grow as a person even if only a few of us that read your site will ever know.

I have said it before on here, being a geek teen I could always relate to Wesley Crusher. I just hope if anything like that happens to me, I can react as well as Wil Wheaton.

Hmmm. Maybe they make a miniseries of this movie.
Like they did with Dances with wolves.
They sure have enough material!

Well I can tell you that i am disappointed that the scene featuring wesley crusher was cut. Let me explain why. I have been a Star Trek fan since I was a small child. I would watch The old show which is still my favorite and then the movies. When the next generation arrived on the scene I had some apprehension about this new interpretation of the old show. I watched with the millions of others and found the show different but definitely entertaining. I didn't like the wesley character i thought it was shoving the wonder child image down our throats without a lick of sugar. As the show progressed all the other characters seemed to grow and few new challenges and the repeated father and father figure issues the wesley character seem to stagnate. Then when the character left there was a void not a hugh void but there was definitely something missing. I enjoy star trek but if you asked me to tell you a title of an episode i would have a better chance reciting the Thai national anthem in swahili, but the episode "the game" with the return of wesley crusher as a young man full of confidence and vigor rings in my memory as one of the best ever. The episode showed the growth of the character and the potential for future independent adventures. This was an important step forward as far as star trek was concerned. A character actually grew up as a show progressed and it didn't cheapen the progression with a "very special episode" or some incredibly mundane situations.(ex. geordi laforge failed romances) For this reason I feel the omission of the scene does not only the character a disservice but also star trek because wesley was a member of the next generation crew like it or not. If this is to be the final movie outing for the next generation franchise then an acknowledgment of the character was necessary and i feel something will be missing.

Mark

heh...
"She hands me the receipt for my Fila track suit.

I tell her that I will really enjoy my Fila track suit.

I look over and see a child has just dropped his ice cream on the floor of the food court, right next to the T.J. Cinnabuns. An elderly woman is asleep in a chair watching an advertisement for Vanilla Coke."

I love somethingawful

"Somewhere in Brooklyn, Wesley Crusher falls silent forever."

\o/

Hey Wil!
Sorry to hear about the you being cut from the film. That's gonna save me money bc I was going to see it in the theatre but now I'm just going to wait for it to come out on DVD.
Maybe you can talk to Rick Berman about having cast and crew interviews to put on the DVD. I'd really like to hear you talk about this on the DVD. And they better put your deleted scene on the DVD.
Since you're no longer in the movie, can you tell us if you had any speaking lines or anything?
Maybe they will get wise and put you in the next film-- if there is a next. Or you could do a voice in a video game. They should have Wesley Crusher in a video game..
luv,
-Su

just had to say that I admire your attitude to this news, it would have been way too easy to just bitch about it. Unfortunately with the way the hollywood money men work I can see why they want to cut the film:- 2 hour movie = more showings per screen per day than a 3 hour movie and therefore in theory more money taken. The thing that worries me about this is that they have only realised now that the film is nearly an hour too long with less than 4 months to the release date. i fear this will mean that scenes will be cut purely to shorten the film and as a result the movie will look incomplete and messy. Hopefully the cut scenes will be restored in a future DVD release but I'll bet that won't happen until after the movie has been released on VHS and DVD in the theatrical version to try and get people to buy it twice!

Hey Wil Im also a writer. I never knew you were a writer, I dont think I would have taken intrest if it wasn't for Soju. Hey
Anyway I handle things through my lawyers and agents. Yes it seems a little demanding, that one has to twist someones arm to get noticed but hey, a little bit of pushing never hurt anyone.
Besides, your in the entertainment industry, and although I may not know you as well as some of your fans do. I still feel I should advise you to have a little bit more ego. Its show business, people expect it.

ouchey.

Pity about the cut - especially if it was going to elaborate something about where Wes has been in the space-time contiu-whatsit for the last seven/eight years (probably playing chess with Q...)

btw this is the 1st time I ever visited this website (how bizarre and refreshing to see someone like yourself take such an active interest in addressing fans)

As an actor struggling to make it (in Ireland) I admire the attitude - and hope that the blissful suburbia you've described is as authentic and fulfilling as it sounds.

I'd agree with the rest - it probably should and wil (excuse the pun) make the dvd.

LOB

p.s. I always was jealous of Wes' foray with that cute ensign played by Ashley Judd. Maith an buachaill.

What a well-written entry.

You have a wonderful talent for painting the scene with your words. That is probably the most poignant story I've read in a while. Thank you.

Spudnuts wrote:

This is like Woodstock.

Except no one is getting laid.

"WHAT?!?...Woodstock got LAID?!?

Does Snoopy know???" lol.

Apologies to Spudnuts. I couldnt resist.

Damn!

Tough break, but excellent outlook.

You da man.

-Rick

Man, Wil, that sucks.

You've handled it remarkably well. If it were me, I'd just be sitting on the couch, Eric Cartman like, mumbling "so... pissed... off.. I hate you guys... so much...".

Well, they can't write you out of TNG, can they?

Ask Berman if he can stick your scene on the DVD release. I'd buy it.

I am sorry that your scene was cut. I am looking forward to this movie though. I'm not going to let this get me down. I hope that they put the 48 minutes on the dvd that comes out.

Like the other 500 or so comments here, I was looking forward to seeing you in Nemesis. I just saw the trailer today, and then came home to find out you got cut. A friend said to me "Did you hear about Wil Wheaton?" and I panicked. I hadn't read your weblog in so long, and it reminded me of coming home from prom at 4am to find that Douglas Adams was dead. It was almost a relief to find out that you'd just been cut.
I've enjoyed reading your site, as it's allowed you the transition from just another actor to someone that I can relate to. You like Cake and Hitchhiker and a dozen other things that I like, and you write with emotion. It's been good getting to know you, Wil.
And maybe there'll be cut scenes on the DVD, eh?

We will absolutely see Wesley Crusher again in the pay-cable version, Sci-Fi Channel edition, or Director's Cut Special Edition DVD of Nemesis. These days, the Cutting Room floor is not at all the end of a scene, sequence, or actor's contribution. It's only the beginning of variant versions that play in "exclusive venues." What I want to know is, what the hell makes the first release of a movie worth 8-10 bucks in a theatre, when the cable tv or DVD editions are almost guaranteed to be more complete and feature-laden?

You're right about one thing, pal. Your real home and family are the true gold in your life. If you keep that in mind, your gifts and talents will find their proper audiences and full expression, almost without you even trying. Why? Because the home will amplify the positivity that the family generates in you (and you in them). With that going for you, you can't be stopped. Best wishes.

Wil:

Glad you posted. However, I know you probably DID have a tizzy AFTER speaking to Berman. I know I would. It is the classic case of front stage and back stage behaviour. Two thumbs up for keeping cool!

Fred

Hi,

you being cut out of the film got you in our
German net-media on "http://www.intern.de/news/3322.html"
and me to visit your page.

While I never liked your show character, from what I read you seem to be way more fun and I hope to catch you in some non-SciFi movie.

All the best
Martin