‘Star Trek’ Co-Stars William Shatner, George Takei Remember Leonard Nimoy
Leonard Nimoy has died at the age of 83, and Hollywood has taken to social media to mourn the “Star Trek” icon, from fellow “Trek” alums like William Shatner and George Takei to comedy stars including Seth MacFarlane and Jason Alexander.
The Hollywood Historic trust also announced that flowers will be placed on Nimoy’s star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 10:30 a.m. Friday. The star is located at 6651 Hollywood Blvd.
Rod Roddenberry, CEO of Roddenberry Entertainment and son of “Star Trek” creator Gene Roddenberry, released a statement on Nimoy’s passing: “The death of Leonard Nimoy is indeed an immense loss to us all. I only hope that during this difficult time we can all take comfort in the everlasting impact he has made. As Spock he portrayed the first Roddenberry character, an outsider who truly let us see ourselves. Leonard Nimoy’s talent allowed millions to learn more about who we are and who we want to be. I will always thank him for that.”
"I loved him like a brother. We will all miss his humor, his talent, and his capacity to love." -William Shatner http://t.co/U8ZN98tVYp
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) February 27, 2015
#LLAP RIP to the best First Officer. @TheRealNimoy
— Jonathan Frakes (@jonathansfrakes) February 27, 2015
. @TheRealNimoy I have been, and always shall be, your fan. Thank you.
— Nathan Fillion (@NathanFillion) February 27, 2015
Leonard Nimoy brought us one of the greatest, noblest characters in the history of American storytelling. Someone find the Genesis planet.
— Seth MacFarlane (@SethMacFarlane) February 27, 2015
“Silently, one by one, in the infinite meadows of heaven, Blossomed the lovely stars, the forget-me-nots of the angels.” #RIPLeonardNimoy
— Felicia Day (@feliciaday) February 27, 2015
We stood on your shoulders, and wouldn’t have had a galaxy to explore if you hadn’t been there, first. Thank you, Leonard, Rest in peace.
— Wil Wheaton (@wilw) February 27, 2015
He created a role that nobody else could play. Multitalented writer,actor,director. A terrific&sweet man. RIP Leonard Nimoy #Spock #StarTrek
— Larry King (@kingsthings) February 27, 2015
I shall truly miss Leonard Nimoy. He gave us a great gift that will last for ages. A good soul and kind man. RIP
— jason alexander (@IJasonAlexander) February 27, 2015
no. no. no. no. so sad. leonard nimoy can't have died. #LeonardNimoy
— moby Ⓥ (@thelittleidiot) February 27, 2015
RIP, Mr. Nimoy. You really did live long and prosper, and we were all the richer for it.
— Jeri Ryan (@JeriLRyan) February 27, 2015
I am devasted to learn that #LeonardNimoy has passed. Despite your passing your legacy will indeed #LiveLongAndProsper.
— Josh Gad (@joshgad) February 27, 2015
Leonard Nimoy was more than Mr. Spock. But Mr. Spock is his gift to us all. Live long and prosper. HANX.
— Tom Hanks (@tomhanks) February 27, 2015
Rest in peace Leonard Nimoy. U were a God & a pioneer in a genre that has made a lot of us careers. Proud to have had you at the front line.
— Christian Kane (@ChristianKane01) February 27, 2015
RIP Leonard Nimoy pic.twitter.com/uIcnvI8wNN
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) February 27, 2015
This was @TheRealNimoy's last tweet: "A life is like a garden. Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved, except in memory." RIP, sir.
— Misha Collins (@mishacollins) February 27, 2015
RATS! RATS! ALL THE RATS IN THE UNIVERSE. Leonard Nimoy died. http://t.co/21u6ONwbK3 My first composition,in Grade 5, was about Mr. Spock.
— Hart Hanson (@HartHanson) February 27, 2015
Really am grateful for Leonard Nimoy's Spock. Spock was a revelation to me, growing up. A calm, thoughtful nerd, who made being that ok!
— Duncan Jones (@ManMadeMoon) February 27, 2015
We are deeply saddened to report the passing of Leonard Nimoy. He died this morning at the age of 83 #LLAP pic.twitter.com/M5994t9HIL
— Star Trek (@StarTrek) February 27, 2015
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