Leonard Nimoy, who became a science fiction icon with his portrayal as Mr. Spock on the original Star Trek TV series, passed away today at the age of 83 after battling with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
While Star Trek made him famous, Nimoy would go on to provide his voice and likeness for movies, video games and television shows throughout his career, along the way writing two autobiographies and releasing multiple music albums. He would once again don the pointed ears of Spock in the Star Trek reboot from director J.J. Abrams, where an older Spock would help a new, young crew of the USS Enterprise find their way.
Helping people find their way was something Nimoy seemed to have a talent for, even if unintentionally. Millions of science fiction fans look up to Nimoy as a hero and to his character of Spock as a role model to be followed. In his later years he overcame his addiction to smoking and became an outspoken advocate against the practice, offering kind words for those struggling to overcome addictions of their own.
It's no surprise then that as news of his death began to spread across the globe that thousands of friends, family and fans took to social media to pay their respects. Live long and prosper, Mr. Spock.
Live long and prosper. So long, Mr. Nimoy.
— Elijah Wood (@woodelijah) February 27, 2015
It is with sadness that I heard of Leonard Nimoy's death. I was lucky to spend many happy, inspiring hours with him. He won't be forgotten. — Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) February 27, 2015
Rest in peace with the stars, my dear friend. pic.twitter.com/D2dVG6I9Xi — George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) February 27, 2015
Well done, sir. Many thanks for all you gave us. You'll be greatly missed & forever remembered. https://t.co/YsDKpxtAfJ — Seth Green (@SethGreen) February 27, 2015
.@TheSimpsons I got to meet Leonard Nimoy the day we recorded his voice for the Monorail episode. I was in awe --- such a terrific man. — Conan O'Brien (@ConanOBrien) February 27, 2015
Leonard, you lived long and prospered, and were an inspiration to me and to millions. Rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/NESJKvTepm — Chris Hadfield (@Cmdr_Hadfield) February 27, 2015
Seriously one of the coolest people ever. https://t.co/Rf8M96zKFJ — Ben Stiller (@RedHourBen) February 27, 2015RIP
Leonard Nimoy. So many of us at NASA were inspired by Star Trek. Boldly go... https://t.co/qpeH5BTzQc pic.twitter.com/nMmFMKYv1L — NASA (@NASA) February 27, 2015
"I loved him like a brother. We will all miss his humor, his talent, and his capacity to love." -William Shatner https://t.co/U8ZN98tVYp — William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) February 27, 2015
my heart is broken. i love you profoundly my dear friend. and i will miss you everyday. may flights… https://t.co/WPJmt1X4ox — Zachary Quinto (@ZacharyQuinto) February 27, 2015
Words cannot describe what a wonderful human @TheRealNimoy was. He will be missed. — Dana Delany (@DanaDelany) February 27, 2015
#LLAP RIP to the best First Officer. @TheRealNimoy — Jonathan Frakes (@jonathansfrakes) February 27, 2015
"RIP Leonard. Lived long and prospered"
— Pegg News (@simonpegg) February 27, 2015
A life is like a garden. Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved, except in memory. LLAP — Leonard Nimoy (@TheRealNimoy) February 23, 2015
