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Walter Koenig, Star Trek's Chekov, dies at 90

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Walter Koenig, the actor who played Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek television series and its films, has died at the age of 90. Tributes are pouring in from fans and fellow actors celebrating his decades-long career and his role in one of science fiction's most beloved franchises. He was trending across the US, UK, Canada, Germany, Italy and Sweden within hours of the announcement.

Why now: The death of the actor best known as Chekov in Star Trek prompted a wave of tributes worldwide.

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Walter Koenig, Chekov on Original ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 90 · Variety
Walter Koenig, the Russian Crewman Chekov on ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 90 · The Hollywood Reporter
Walter Koenig, Who PLayed Pavel Chekov in the Original Star Trek TV Series and Films, Dies at Age 90 · IGN

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