In a shocking twist, legendary actor William Shatner, famed for his role as Captain Kirk in Star Trek, has turned heads by openly supporting a playful yet audacious campaign—declaring that President Donald Trump should intervene to reinstate Pluto as the ninth planet in our solar system.

The 94-year-old actor launched a scathing critique of the International Astronomical Union (IAU) on Thursday, referring to its members as 'idiots' for demoting Pluto back in 2006, after the celestial body had enjoyed planet status since its discovery in 1930.

This explosive commentary follows recent astronomical discussions surrounding the potential existence of a new 'Planet Nine,' which, if confirmed, lies billions of miles beyond Pluto. Despite this, Shatner remains steadfast in his belief that Pluto belongs among the planets.

Interestingly, Shatner has not openly aligned himself with any political ideology in the past. However, his latest statements hint at a lean toward the MAGA movement, notably when he tweeted that Trump should act to rectify the scientific community's 'tyranny of the cosmos'.

On social media, Shatner boldly argued, 'He renamed a Gulf, and the Astronomer who discovered Pluto was American. Seems like America has jurisdiction on things outside its borders.' This rhetoric has drawn both support and criticism, showcasing the polarizing nature of celebrity opinions in today's climate.

Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, has thrown his support behind Shatner’s cause, famously declaring, 'Pluto is a planet. Fight me.' Their alliance in this peculiar campaign has captured the imagination of fans and followers alike.

In a fiery exchange on X (formerly Twitter), Shatner referred to astronomers as 'a bunch of corrupt nerds on a power trip,' amplifying his call for Trump to sign an executive order that would restore Pluto's planetary status. Calls for Musk to assist in persuading Trump further fueled the buzz around this unusual partnership.

Yet, this is not the first time Shatner has drawn attention with political comments. Recently, he expressed confusion over the outcome of the 2024 presidential election during an appearance with Bill Maher, stating, 'I don't know why Democrats lost.'

Interestingly, Shatner is not alone in this curious crossover between celebrity and science. His friend and renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson has faced backlash for sharing a photo donned with a red MAGA hat, further stirring the pot in this contentious intersection of science and politics.

In June, the two stars will compete on stage in Seattle over the future of Pluto. Tyson, a staunch advocate of Pluto's demotion, argues in his book, The Pluto Files, that Pluto belongs to a different classification of celestial objects.

Support for Shatner’s campaign isn’t limited to fans; even Jim Bridenstine, a former NASA Administrator, has publicly stated his belief that Pluto remains the ninth planet. His refusal to accept the IAU's decision underscores the ongoing debate surrounding planetary classification.

As the saga unfolds, can William Shatner and his eclectic allies beckon a return for Pluto? Only time—and perhaps the cosmos—will tell!