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Walter Koenig, Ensign Chekov on the original 'Star Trek' series, dies at 90
Walter Koenig, 'Star Trek' actor, dies at 90
Key points (ReadOut summary)
- Koenig died Monday at his North Hollywood home, confirmed by agent Zachery McGinnis.
- He played Ensign Pavel Chekov, the Russian navigator on the original 'Star Trek' series and seven movies.
- Koenig's presence on the Enterprise symbolized Cold War-era reconciliation between rival nations.
- George Takei called him a writer, teacher, and loyal friend; Koenig was best man at Takei's 2008 wedding.
- Only William Shatner and George Takei remain from the original series' main cast.
Actor Walter Koenig, known for playing Ensign Pavel Chekov on “Star Trek,” has died at 90. His talent agent confirmed he passed away Monday at his home in Los Angeles.