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Walter Koenig, Star Trek's Chekov, dies aged 90
Original: Walter Koenig, star of Star Trek, dies aged 90
Walter Koenig, the actor best known for playing Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek series and its films, has died at the age of 90. News of his death is prompting tributes from fans of the franchise, where he was a beloved member of the original crew alongside William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy. He also appeared in the sci-fi series Babylon 5.
Why now: The death of a well-loved actor from one of television's most iconic sci-fi franchises is prompting an outpouring of tributes.
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