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Brent Spiner played the beloved Soong-type android Data on Star Trek: The Next Generation... 1 / 7
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...But if it wasn't for Patrick Stewart, the role might have gone to Eric Menyuk instead! 2 / 7
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Menyuk was one of the top choices for playing the android. He was even asked if he would shave his head for the role. 3 / 7
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When Patrick Stewart was cast as Captain Picard, the team decided against having two bald leads, thinking they would look too similar. 4 / 7
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Menyuk was instead cast as the Traveler, a recurring guest role. 5 / 7
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Brent Spiner's Data would go on to become a fan favorite character... 6 / 7
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...Even returning in the sequel series Star Trek: Picard! 7 / 7
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