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Walter Koenig, Star Trek's Chekov, Dies at 90
Original: Walter Koenig, Star Trek’s Beloved Chekov, Dies at 90 https:// trekmovie.com/2026/10/26/walte r-koenig-star-treks-belove
Walter Koenig, the actor best known for playing Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek series, has died at the age of 90, according to TrekMovie. Koenig portrayed the young Russian navigator in the 1960s series and reprised the role in later films, becoming a fan favorite. He also played Bester on Babylon 5. Star Trek fans are paying tribute and sharing memories of his career.
Why now: Fans are mourning the death of a beloved original Star Trek cast member.
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- Walter Koenig, Star Trek’s Beloved Chekov, Dies at 90 https:// trekmovie.com/2026/10/26/walte r-koenig-star-treks-beloved-chekov-dies-at-90/ # WalterKoenig # Celebrity # StarTrek # TOS # RIP · trekmovie@mas.to · 10
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