Content overview: “Star Trek’s Last Two Original Series Captains Pay Heartfelt Tribute to Walter Koenig at 90”. The Star Trek community is mourning the loss of Walter Koenig, the beloved actor who brought Ensign Pavel Chekov to life in Star Trek: The Original Series. Koenig passed away at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy that spans decades of science fiction television and film. As one of the final surviving members of the original Enterprise crew, his death marks the end of an era for fans worldwide.
In a poignant farewell, the last two remaining captains from The Original Series—William Shatner, who portrayed Captain James T. Kirk, and George Takei, who played Captain Hikaru Sulu in later films—shared heartfelt tributes. Shatner remembered Koenig as a talented actor and a dear friend, while Takei highlighted his warmth, wit, and dedication to social causes. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.