Walter Koenig, Chekov on Original ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 90

News Briefvia VarietyOctober 26, 2026

Walter Koenig, who memorably played Chekov in the original “Star Trek” series and seven “Star Trek” feature films, died Sunday in Los Angeles, Variety has confirmed. He was 90.

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