Leonard Nimoy, Spock of ‘Star Trek,’ dies at 83

Leonard Nimoy — the actor who portrayed Mr. Spock on “Star Trek” — died at his Los Angeles home on Friday.

Nimoy’s wife confirmed his death to the New York Times.

The 83-year-old was suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease that he attributed to his years of smoking.

Nimoy was hospitalized earlier this week.

Nimoy’s career in show business spanned more than six decades and included stints as a stage actor, television guest star, series regular and movie veteran. He also directed a handful of films, including the box-office hit “Three Men and a Baby” in 1987.

William Shatner, who played Capt. James T. Kirk opposite Nimoy during Star Trek’s three seasons and seven motion pictures, says Nimoy will be missed by all who knew him.

 

In a tweet sent from Nimoy’s Twitter account, hisgrand-daughter Dani thanked friends and fans for their condolences.

 

“Hi all, as you all know, my Grandpa passed away this morning at 8:40 from end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He was an extraordinary man, husband, grandfather, brother, actor, author-the list goes on- and friend. Thank you for the warm condolences. May you all LLAP. – Dani

P.s. I will be putting special shirts up on our site, SHOPLLAP.com , where all of the proceeds will go to the COPD Foundation. I hope to hear from you all.”

The New York Times reports that Nimoy is survived by his two children, a stepson, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

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