William Shatner Remembers ‘Star Trek’ Co-Star Walter Koenig
William Shatner has paid tribute to Walter Koenig, his Star Trek co-star who played Ensign Pavel Chekov and has died aged 90. Shatner said they were not close away from the set, but praised Koenig’s kindness and his lasting connection with fans.
Koenig appeared in the later seasons of the original series and six subsequent films. Shatner recalled that Koenig preferred meeting fans at conventions instead of staying behind a signing table, while George Takei remembered a friendship spanning nearly six decades and described Koenig as a writer, teacher and loyal friend.
In short
- Walter Koenig, who played Chekov, has died aged 90.
- Shatner praised his kindness and bond with fans.
- Takei remembered a friendship of nearly six decades.