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Walter Koenig, Chekov in 'Star Trek,' Has Died

Original: Walter Koenig, Chekov from 'Star Trek,' Has Died

Walter Koenig, the actor best known for playing Pavel Chekov in the original 'Star Trek' television series and its films, has died, according to a New York Times report. Fans of the franchise are remembering the actor, whose portrayal of the young navigator made him a beloved figure among 'Star Trek' devotees for more than five decades.

Why now: The death of a beloved actor from one of television's most iconic science fiction franchises naturally prompts widespread tributes and remembrance.

Walter KoenigStar TrekPavel ChekovNew York Times

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