I just wanted to give a little more thought to the memory of Leonard Nimoy. He's long been one of my favorite people. (Disclaimer: I'm not really much of a Star Trek fan).
He was simply the perfect science fiction celebrity at just the right time. Among the cast of the original Star Trek his acting was simply phenomenal: he was given the most difficult role and pulled it off with an aplomb that made him a fan favorite. Honestly, when watching this old show I often wonder how he could stand it. Surrounded by cheesy plots, often bad dialogue, and the amateurishness of the other actors around him, he always stood out like a beacon.
But, he never did have that attitude or express it. He loved his role in the show, and he seemed to display a love for his fellow cast that seems consistent with the way he behaved toward everyone. His love for both the character and the show are obvious: he continued to actively attend events, engage with fans, and even take acting roles in the new movies when he had long retired from live action. He simply could not give up Star Trek, or the character of Spock, they were too dear:
Spock is definitely one of my best friends. When I put on those ears, it`s not like just another day. When I become Spock, that day becomes something special.
Because of his talent and demeanor he was able to bridge the gap between science fiction fans, and every day movie/television fans. Both could appreciate what he offered. Although he was largely typecast by his role in Star Trek, he continued to appear throughout his career as a voice actor, an art he thoroughly excelled in. His talent, and his contribution to every project he graced was simply undeniable.
He combined this with graciousness, humility, friendliness, and an allowance for self-deprecating humor. I was never fortunate enough to meet him, but I have to imagine most meetings with him were pleasant and enjoyable.Â
Lastly, he was wise and insightful in such an enjoyable way. Spock is a fiction, but the intelligence and thoughtfulness behind Spock's eyes were all Nimoy's. His Twitter feed for the past several years bears this out as well as anything, and his ready adaption to such a contemporary media is further testament to his nature.
Its not really my thing to eulogize celebrities, especially actors. But I'm going to miss Leonard Nimoy, I really am.Â
(at 0:36)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4iwY2LXhz0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGF5ROpjRAU
He was simply the perfect science fiction celebrity at just the right time. Among the cast of the original Star Trek his acting was simply phenomenal: he was given the most difficult role and pulled it off with an aplomb that made him a fan favorite. Honestly, when watching this old show I often wonder how he could stand it. Surrounded by cheesy plots, often bad dialogue, and the amateurishness of the other actors around him, he always stood out like a beacon.
But, he never did have that attitude or express it. He loved his role in the show, and he seemed to display a love for his fellow cast that seems consistent with the way he behaved toward everyone. His love for both the character and the show are obvious: he continued to actively attend events, engage with fans, and even take acting roles in the new movies when he had long retired from live action. He simply could not give up Star Trek, or the character of Spock, they were too dear:
Spock is definitely one of my best friends. When I put on those ears, it`s not like just another day. When I become Spock, that day becomes something special.
Because of his talent and demeanor he was able to bridge the gap between science fiction fans, and every day movie/television fans. Both could appreciate what he offered. Although he was largely typecast by his role in Star Trek, he continued to appear throughout his career as a voice actor, an art he thoroughly excelled in. His talent, and his contribution to every project he graced was simply undeniable.
He combined this with graciousness, humility, friendliness, and an allowance for self-deprecating humor. I was never fortunate enough to meet him, but I have to imagine most meetings with him were pleasant and enjoyable.Â
Lastly, he was wise and insightful in such an enjoyable way. Spock is a fiction, but the intelligence and thoughtfulness behind Spock's eyes were all Nimoy's. His Twitter feed for the past several years bears this out as well as anything, and his ready adaption to such a contemporary media is further testament to his nature.
Its not really my thing to eulogize celebrities, especially actors. But I'm going to miss Leonard Nimoy, I really am.Â
(at 0:36)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4iwY2LXhz0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGF5ROpjRAU
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