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Walter Koenig, Star Trek’s Chekov actor, dies at 90
Walter Koenig, whose roles included Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek series, has died at 90. Chekov was portrayed as an enthusiastic Russian crew member. After appearing in Star Trek, Koenig went on to appear in Babylon 5.
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Walter Koenig died at 90.
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He played Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek series and later appeared in Babylon 5.
Why it matters
Koenig’s work in the original Star Trek series and later in Babylon 5 connects this news to both productions.
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