Star Trek Legend …..Dies at 90, Leaving Fans Heartbroken Walter Koenig, the beloved actor who became famous around the world for playing Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek television series, has died at the age of 90.
He passed away on October 25, 2026, at his home in North Hollywood, surrounded by his family. Koenig also appeared in several Star Trek films and gained recognition for his role in the science-fiction series Babylon 5. His unforgettable contribution to one of television’s most iconic franchises earned him generations of devoted fans….