Star Trek’ actor Walter Koenig dead at 90

Original “Star Trek” cast member Walter Koenig, who played Ensign Pavel Chekov, died at age 90 over the weekend.

The actor passed away at his North Hollywood, California, home on Sunday, his agency shared via a Facebook post Monday.

The agency confirmed that the actor died of old age and was with his daughter, Danielle, and niece when he passed.

“Walter’s legacy extends far beyond the screen,” the statement read. “Through countless convention appearances and interactions with fans, he shared his kindness, wit, and appreciation with everyone fortunate enough to meet him.”

“Star Trek” actor Walter Koenig (seen here in 2018) has died.Getty Images
The actor, known for his role in “Star Trek,” passed away at his North Hollywood, California, home. (Seen here: The actor in “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan.”)©Paramount/Courtesy Everett Collection

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