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

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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 CNN. Koenig's portrayal of the navigator of the USS Enterprise made him a beloved figure among Star Trek fans, and he reprised the role in several of the franchise's films. He also had a notable later role as Bester in Babylon 5. Fans are paying tribute to the actor across social media.

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Walter Koenig, Chekov of ‘Star Trek’ fame, dies at 90 · CNN

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