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Walter Koenig, Star Trek's Chekov, Dies at 90
Original: Walter Koenig, the Russian Crewman Chekov on ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 90
Walter Koenig, the actor best known for playing Pavel Chekov, the Russian navigator on the original 'Star Trek' series, has died at the age of 90. He joined the show in its second season and later played Bester on 'Babylon 5'. Fans of science fiction television are mourning the loss of another member of the classic Starfleet crew.
Why now: The death of a beloved original Star Trek cast member is prompting widespread tributes and memories of the classic series.
Walter KoenigPavel ChekovStar TrekBabylon 5The Hollywood Reporter
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- Walter Koenig, the Russian Crewman Chekov on ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 90 · The Hollywood Reporter
He joined the TV series for the second season but had more to do on another acclaimed sci-fi program, 'Babylon 5.'
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