Walter Koenig, identified for function in authentic ‘Star Trek’ collection, dies
Walter Koenig, finest identified for his function within the authentic “Star Trek” collection, has died, in keeping with experiences. He was 90 years outdated.
Koenig performed Pavel Chekov within the authentic Star Trek collection. He appeared in 36 episodes of the present’s Nineteen Sixties TV run and in seven “Star Trek” films, in keeping with IMDb.
The Hollywood Reporter confirmed the demise by his consultant, saying he died of pure causes.
Fellow “Star Trek” star George Takei posted a remembrance about Koenig on Monday, saying his “coronary heart is heavy” in regards to the loss.
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Actor Walter Koenig attends the 2018 Inventive Arts Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater on Sept. 8, 2018, in Los Angeles, California.
“Walter and I met on the bridge of the Enterprise within the Nineteen Sixties, and we stayed associates for practically six a long time,” Takei wrote in a Fb submit. “When Brad and I married in 2008, Walter stood beside us as our greatest man. Simply final month, on Sept. 14, he turned 90, on the identical day Brad and I celebrated our 18th wedding ceremony anniversary. I’ll at all times treasure that he and I shared that date.
“Relaxation properly, my pricey pal. Preserve navigating a gentle course,” Takei added.
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Walter Koenig as Chekov in a STAR TREK episode initially broadcast on Nov. 17, 1967.
Koenig was married to his spouse, Judy, from 1965 till she died in 2022. That they had two kids.
