![]() “I was involved in something of a crusade to develop a reputation as an actor with some range,” Nimoy wrote in “I Am Not Spock.” His feelings were summed up in the titles of his memoirs: “I Am Not Spock” in 1975 and “I Am Spock” two decades later. ![]() ![]() Known for suppressing his emotions and using strict logic to guide his actions, the pointy-eared, green-blooded Spock became one of science fiction’s best-known, most beloved characters.įor years, Nimoy resented that Spock defined him but ultimately came to accept that his life would be intertwined with the alien, who inspired a fervent fan following. But he will be forever linked to Spock in the original 1960s “Star Trek” TV series and subsequent movies. He directed successful movies, wrote books, composed poetry, published photographs and recorded music. Nimoy had other roles during a lengthy career in TV, film and theater. Not soon enough,” he tweeted to his 810,000 followers. Last year, he disclosed on Twitter that he had been diagnosed with COPD, a progressive lung disease. ![]() Spock - the half-human, half-Vulcan first officer on the starship Enterprise - but came to accept its part in his life. Nimoy had long struggled with a love-hate relationship with the role of Mr. ![]()
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