Riker is usually referred to as "Will". He is also usually (and informally) called "Number One" by Captain Picard, because of his position as first officer on the Enterprise.

William Thomas "Will" Riker was a 24th century male Human Starfleet officer. Riker served as first officer for Captain Jean-Luc Picard for 15 years on the USS Enterprise-D and USS Enterprise …

Jan 23, 2025 · Commander Riker served as Captain Picard's First Officer for an impressive 15 years, despite being offered his own command multiple times. Riker became one of the best …

Apr 2, 2025 · In many ways, Riker is the TNG analog to Captain Kirk from the original Star Trek, but as the series progresses, Riker develops into his own, unique character. (For one thing, he …

Sep 18, 2025 · William Riker was an American political scientist who popularized the use of mathematical models, and in particular game theory, in the study of political behaviour.

Jonathan Frakes' suave first officer of the USS Enterprise, Commander William Thomas Riker, is one of the most immediately recognizable and iconic characters that Star Trek: The Next …

Riker is usually referred to as “Will”. He is also usually (and informally) called “Number One” by Captain Picard, because of his position as first officer on the Enterprise. Riker’s background is …

Jan 23, 2025 · Serving as the First Officer aboard the USS Enterprise-D under Captain Jean-Luc Picard, played by Patrick Stewart, Riker’s character embodies elements inspired by Captain …

Riker is usually referred to as "Will". He is also usually (and informally) called "Number One" by Captain Picard, because of his position as first officer on the Enterprise.

Picard chose Riker to be his right-hand man after learning the brash young officer was known for standing up to authority. Though their relationship began with the friction Picard was hoping …