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 disapp