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Kinzser Burlew
June 16, 2025
Mr Spock you were a great actor in Star Trek many people love you all over the world and miss you Kinzser burlew
David Asher Lukacher
January 4, 2025
I saw him on the Simpson
David Asher Lukacher
January 4, 2025
I knew him as Mr Spock on Star Trek.
Grady Morris Youngblood
October 24, 2024
When the cast finally was reassembled for "Star Trek - The Motion Picture," in 1979, the film was a huge hit and five sequels followed. Nimoy appeared in all of them and directed two. He also guest starred as an older version of himself in some of the episodes of the show's spinoff TV series, "Star Trek: The Next Generation."
"Of course the role changed my career- or rather, gave me one," he once said. "It made me wealthy by most standards and opened up vast opportunities. It also affected me personally, socially, psychologically, emotionally. ... What started out as a welcome job to a hungry actor has become a constant and ongoing influence in my thinking and lifestyle."
In 2009, he was back in a new big-screen version of "Star Trek," this time playing an older Spock who meets his younger self, played by Zachary Quinto. Critic Roger Ebert called the older Spock "the most human character in the film."
Among those seeing the film was President Barack Obama, whose even manner was often likened to Spock's.
"Everybody was saying I was Spock, so I figured I should check it out," Obama said at the time.
Upon the movie's debut, Nimoy told The Associated Press that in his late 70s he was probably closer than ever to being as comfortable with himself as the logical Spock always appeared to be.
"I know where I'm going, and I know where I've been," he said. He reprised the role in the 2013 sequel "Star Trek Into Darkness."
Born in Boston to Jewish immigrants from Russia, Nimoy was raised in an Italian section of the city where, although he counted many Italian-Americans as his friends, he said he also felt the sting of anti-Semitism growing up.
At age 17 he was cast in a local production of Clifford Odets' "Awake and Sing" as the son in a Jewish family.
"This role, the young man surrounded by a hostile and repressive environment, so touched a responsive chord that I decided to make a career of acting," he said later.
He won a drama scholarship to Boston College but eventually dropped out, moved to California and took acting lessons at the Pasadena Playhouse.
Soon he had lost his "Boston dead-end" accent, hired an agent and began getting small roles in TV series and movies. He played a baseball player in "Rhubarb" and an Indian in "Old Overland Trail."
After service in the Army, he returned to Hollywood, working as taxi driver, vacuum cleaner salesman, movie theater usher and other jobs while looking for acting roles.
In 1954 he married Sandra Zober, a fellow student at the Pasadena Playhouse, and they had two children, Julie and Adam. The couple divorced, and in 1988 he married Susan Bay, a film production executive.
vic/terry tillinghast
April 13, 2024
Leonard: rip live long & prosper :)
Daniel Auer
April 6, 2024
The needs of the many, outweigh the needs of the few, or the one. Live long and Prosper Mr. Leonard Nimoy.
Diana Lee, Big Fan
September 25, 2023
Oh Mr. ("I Am Not Spock") Nimoy....oh yes you are and I´m late with my condolences but so heartfelt nonetheless. What an elegant actor and director! One of my very favorite movies is Star Trek IV The Voyage Home, or the Greenpeace movie as so many like to call it. What a delightful premise for the story and the whole running theme of "colorful metaphors" was delicious. "Are you sure it´s not the time for a colorful metaphor?" And "they are not the hell your whales!" I love it all. Thank you for everything and much love to your family.
Deb Hanson
September 5, 2022
My deepest condolences My Mom suffers from that disease . It's horrible to see them suffer .
jefferybousley
July 20, 2021
myprayersandcondolancetoleonardnimoysfamilyandhellbesadlymisswhoworkedwithhim.illmisshimthroughtestartrekmovies.restinpeace.
A H
November 18, 2019
Thank you Leonard Nimoy, for dedicating your life to acting. You brought many fine characters to life and filled the world with fans of your work. I always look up to Mr. Spock for his ability to stay calm and collected though everything throw his way and how he was always a strong support for everybody on the Enterprise. Live long and Prosper Mr. S'chn T'gai Spock.
Live long and Prosper
Bravewolf No last name
November 7, 2019
To Leonard Nimoy.
Aka Mr Spock I'm a 61 year old white male living in Los Angeles, California.
I have always enjoyed an loved watching, Star Trek on Tv all the time and the Star Trek movies. Mr Spock you were an truly were the real star of Star Trek your the one who really made that show famous for what it is to this very day, you made Star Trek so real and everyone Loved you an will always miss you so now your in Heaven with the others from the show flying around again. May you Rest in Peace Mr Nimoy Mr Spock Live long an Prosper. I love you Sir an miss you.
A huge Star Trek Fan.
Bravewolf.
Eric Herns
December 9, 2018
I had been a devoted fan since I was 9yrs old and I am 55yrs old. Leonard Nimoy was a good actor. And we missed him. He is in a better place. Mr. Spock grew up along with me. In my living room and others through out the world. My condolences to the Nimoy family and the cast of Star Trek. God Bless.
May 11, 2018
I love you very much my Spock. May your beautiful soul shine for ever.
S R
February 27, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great actor and I loved the star trek movie. I know we just can't wait to see him again.
February 27, 2018
Thank you for the fine acting. Dr Spock won may hearts. Always remember the fine works. Hebrews 6,9,10
E D
February 27, 2017
I enjoyed Mr Spock on Star Trek for many years, we will miss Him very much. Please have peace and think of the many memories we have. Always pray to the "Hearer of Prayer for comfort. Psalms 65:2.
Nazarene Mckinney
February 18, 2017
Mr Spock is Star Trek to me. His role made me a Star Trek die hard loyalist. I am saddened and will miss you always. I believe in the promise of everlasting life in an earthly paradise under the Kingdon of Jesus Christ. Someday death, pain and suffering will not exist! My sincere condolences to your family and all those Trekkie fans around the world.
Rebecca Oroukin
December 6, 2016
For the Man who Loved to Fly: Keep Climbing, Leonard-Clear Skies and Tailwinds.
Monica Eugenia Reinoso
November 14, 2016
Now that you are not physically the memories build a path that reaches the heart and makes me see clearly how much you meant in my life and in everyone who felt identified with you through Spock, a unique being that frames our life since childhood. He taught us how to get by living between two worlds and not belonging totally to any.
And to say of Leonard, the kind, good, compassionate, wise, joyful man that you will live eternally in every heart that I love and love you.
Rev 21:3&4 G. Johnson
November 7, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Betty Miller
October 21, 2016
I really miss you, Mr. Spock.
Sheila B
October 15, 2016
Dear Family of Leonard Nimoy, please know that "Spock" touched the lives of thousands. He played that part as if he was "Spock." Your family has my deepest condolences.
Darlene Dunn
September 6, 2016
"I am saddened that the world has lost a brilliant dedicated person (Mr. Nimoy). He did so many notable things in his life and had an impact on so many people. I am proud to say that he made an impact on mine. I had joined the U.S. Army and became a CID Special Agent several years after watching the original Star Trek series, but it was his calm emotionless appearance as Mr. Spoke that helped mold me so that I could interrogate suspects and conduct countless interviews efficiently. During interviews on t.v. with Mr. Nimoy, I was honored to see the real sides of him. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a great smile. I consider Mr. Nimoy to be a friend and sincerely know that the world is a better place because of his contributions."
Micah Davis
August 11, 2016
You'll never be forgotten. I enjoyed all the star trek movies you played in. I'll never forget
Jim Henderson
August 8, 2016
In the 70s I worked at a Milwaukee TV station and one of our live shows was a noon time talk show. Mr. Nimoy was appearing in town twice within a 3 month period and was booked on the show. The second time he escorted himself into the studio and I had his attention just the 2 of us for a while. He was gracious enough to act as if he remembered me and he patiently answered all my dorky Star Trek questions. Such a nice man. He is indeed living long and prospering.
Ramona Knight
May 31, 2016
I miss Mr. Nimoy. He was a fine Actor. I did not know him personally but I have lost loved ones in death. May the God of all comfort continue comforting you as the days past. Soon we want have to watch reruns, We have the hope of seeing him again!
Nikea Griffin
May 11, 2016
I am so sad of your passing mr. Nimoy. My heart goes out to his wife and children.
Nancy King
March 23, 2016
When I was a kid, my father (who died on June 9, 2014 from lung and esophageal cancers at age 83) got me interested in his non-Spock stuff, like In Search Of... and Standby...Lights, Camera, Action; he wanted me to love him for the real person that he was *first*, and *then* Spock; it's only "logical" :LOL: He had the best of both worlds: He was good-looking *and* intelligent!
I sometimes have dreams about him, which proves that he goes on, like it says in the song, "My Heart Will Go on" from Titanic.
He and my dad were not very far apart in age. My dad was born February 23, 1931, and Mr. Nimoy was born March 26, 1931. I only wish I'd known about his Facebook site earlier so I could have told him what he meant to me and my family,but that's just how it goes, sometimes: too little, too late! My condolences to his family
February 27, 2016
Our deepest sympathies. Star Trek was one my mother's favorite show. So I grew up watching it and one of my favorite characters was Mr. Spock. He will be greatly missed. May the God of all comfort help you all through this difficult time.
tee
December 21, 2015
Your memory lives on in watching the reruns of Star Trek. God 's thoughts gives us true comfort. Hebrews 2:15 gives us freedom from a morbid fear of death. How encouraging!
November 25, 2015
As a student at East Tennessee State in 1979 I attended a conference that Mr. Nimoy spoke his topic Spock and I. He spoke of Gene Roddenberry vision of a World united. The struggles of the show to deal with the issues of the time. His own character half human and half Vulcan and his own private struggle on the show and in person that all of us seek to know what and who we are. He was a pioneer of his time and will surely be missed. His character had great influence on my own career as an Army officer in dealing with people fairly from other lands without biased.
Robert Lambert BG USA (Ret)
B. LeClaire
October 28, 2015
I was 14 when Star Trek premiered. Mr. Spock was such a fascinating character. Today I'm 63 and I still enjoy the shows and movies. I am sad at Leonard's passing. He was the logic behind the success of Star Trek.Thanks for some great memories. LLAP
diane burns
October 3, 2015
I grew up watching Star Trek in Louisville, Ky with my father. I loved Leonard Nimoy in the role of Mr. SPock. He was a wonderful actor and will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. - DIane BUrns Raleigh,Nc
Robinson Family
September 26, 2015
Dear Nimoy Family
My Family truly loved Mr. Nimoy as "Mr.Spock" He gave that show a lot of flavor, and class. We will miss him, however you have lossed a loved one. I hope that you will find comfort in John 11:11-14&25
vicki sharpe
September 25, 2015
I loved leonard nimoy not just as spock but for himself as well. He was a very talented person in so many waysyou will be missed very much. Thank you for all your entertainment and art. Love you always.
Henry L.
August 10, 2015
i caught a glimpse of you,LN, on a billboard before seeing you on ST and wondered who this creature with the pointy things on its head wuz. Now that youve lived long enuf after prospering many times over, you can speak yiddish again.instead of LL&P you can now RestInPeaceComfortably.RIPC from Henry
July 30, 2015
My deepest condolences, "May the God who gives peace be with all"(Ro 15:33) Until we see him again (1 Th 4:13) (John 11:11-14)
Michael Lynn Sutherland
July 26, 2015
You greatly enhanced my love for the unknown
Tressa Rogers Sutherland
July 26, 2015
you will never be forgotten in this world
Sandra Belloli
July 19, 2015
Rest in peace Mr spock
Stefano Bramieri
July 19, 2015
Buon viaggio nello spazio, lunga vita e prosperita'
JEROME BOKINA
July 1, 2015
THE REAL DR
A loyal Star Trek Fan
June 28, 2015
keep you today and forever. Because of you, we will always have Mr. Spock in our hearts forever.
Robert Milicevic
May 21, 2015
I met Leonard Nimoy a few times in Vancouver in 1972 and '73 on the Variety Club Telethon Show of Hearts. I was a volunteer telephone answering guy. He was a very kind person and had great conversation back stage. May you find your happiness out there in eternal space.
May 14, 2015
It is not logical to show emotion. But I shall cry at my loss none the less. You have been, and shall always be, My Freind. RIP
John Gahris
May 14, 2015
I spent six hours staring at my Enterprise wallpaper on my PC, lost in thoughts and tears, after I heard. Then I remembered... Spock was about logic, and common sense, and about getting things done without emotional turmoil. So I got busy, and finished the days tasks, before a good evening playing Star Trek Online. I knew Spock wouldn't have moped. He carried on toward the future, and his goals, never dwelling on the past! If I had moped and wept any longer, what kind of Trekkie would I be? what kind of Spock fan? What kind of Leonard Nimoy fan??? If you dwell on the past, you likely won't live long, and you likely won't prosper. Trek, and especially Spock, changed my life for the better. My memorial to him shall be my continuing efforts to better myself, and my friends, family, and world. My memorial to him will be to live long, and prosper... Just as he hoped every soul would.
Annette Witherspoon
May 11, 2015
May he rest in Peace. Loved his acting and looked forward to seeing him.
stephanie m. spyrka
April 27, 2015
spock was my favorite character on star trek, he will be missed.
April 20, 2015
He will truly be missed, by family, friends, and fans of his work. As he remembered many things for his profession, the living god above will keep him in his memory.
April 18, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
April 13, 2015
To all closest to Mr. Nimoy,
my deepest condolences from Finland, I hope you are doing well.
I was 9-10 years old when I saw my first episode of Star Trek, in around 1985 etc. The moment I saw "Mr Spock" I was in awe. I asked my mom if I was allowed to watch the show and got a "yes" :). I watched every episode I could. Got them on video, too. Swore that one day I would understand everything Spock / Nimoy says and, from that moment on, learning English was a piece of cake for me :).
At 38 years old I am now at a point where I consider myself fluent in English. I wouldn't be where I am now without Mr. Nimoy's inspiration.
I did not know him personally, but since age 9-10, he has always been a part of my life, a big part. I joined Twitter on February 2015. He was the first one I followed. Too late -would have loved to tell him what an inspiration he was to many, many people.
But I guess he already knows it ;)
He's not gone, he's not forgotten. He is a soul who inspired many. Probably millions :)
D FISETTE
April 10, 2015
Thank you Leonard for the many memories you gave all of us as Mr. Spock. Now RIP with DeForrest [Bones] and James [Scotty] in the FINAL FRONTIER.
Mary Ann Napoleone
April 9, 2015
THE CRAFTSMAN for Leonard Nimoy
You leave some looseness/in the weave/for breathing, seeing into./Too tight a texture hides the heart/snuffs the soul of any good performance/so you say./And so I thread such good advice/down through the fabric of my own life/which,if woven with a light hand/becomes transparent.
Garry Powers
April 3, 2015
May your new journey find you with old friends and eternal happiness. Thank you for sharing your life on Earth with us.
L C
April 2, 2015
An inspiration to the entertainment industry. Rest in peace until he calls you. John 5:28
March 30, 2015
Rod Iwata & Family live long and prosper you did for 83 years with kind condolance to your Family and God Bless
Roland Pwn
March 27, 2015
To boldly go...where others have gone before. I enjoyed you character in Star Trek and Star Trek: the wrath of Khan which you directed and is considered on of the best in the series of 1 through 4. It was the 2nd movie and had more action than the first. Live long and prosper.
chris felch
March 26, 2015
I loved his acting.Hope he is on a new voyage it is logical. Amen
Kate Driskell
March 26, 2015
Mr. Spock, I've been in love with you since I was twelve. :) Thanks for the memories, Mr. Nimoy. May your journey never end, only begin anew. God bless you and yours.
Peter
March 24, 2015
Thank you for your inspiration to billions of people
phonda
March 22, 2015
Mr Nimoy you will be missed,we loved you,God Bless you and your family
March 21, 2015
sure am going to miss mr nimoy.....
2 Corinthians 1:3, 4
March 21, 2015
I'm sorry for your loss. May "the God of all comfort" provide your family with the needed strength to endure as you mourn for your loss.
Lynnea Urania Stuart
March 20, 2015
This was an amazing man who charmed many hearts in many ways. I always admired Mr. Nimoy. The world lost someone who inspired hope for a future, made us think about the present, and at times laugh at the past. Blessings.
March 20, 2015
I grieve with thee
March 19, 2015
R.I.P. Mr. Spock
March 18, 2015
No time to rest Mr. Spock,
prepare for your next voyage.
Mike Vogel
Grand Rapids, MI
Alex Coate
March 17, 2015
Rest in Peace Leonard.
March 16, 2015
Leonard--Mr. Spock--you are and will always be one of my heroes. We have lost a great talent and a remarkable man. Live long wherever you may be, and prosper, for death has no dominion!Forever, Maria
MARY hOOTS
March 15, 2015
I still watch "star Trek" reruns and still get the same rush with each episode.Rest In Peace
Beverly Stephens
March 15, 2015
Wow! You were my favorite character. I could never see too much Spock. It was sad to learn of the deaths of DeForrest Kelly and the actor who played Scotty but YOU! NEVER! I never thought of you dying
March 14, 2015
He will be missed. Just like Jesus told the evildoer hanging next to him, "Jesus remember me when you get to your Kingdom,", Jesus said, "Truly I tell you today, you will be with me in paradise!", so see you in paradise Mr. Spock.
Suzanne Leach
March 13, 2015
My family had the opportunity to meet you in Vulcan Alberta, where you came to visit every year. You will be missed by all your Trekkie fans. RIP
Regenia David
March 12, 2015
I use to fight with my siblings to get control of the tv so I could watch StarTrek. Mr. Nimoy was a very great talent and will be greatly missed.
John Cooper
March 12, 2015
thanks for all the good memories
Thomas Robinson
March 12, 2015
Really a great loss, entertainment through the child years were irreplaceable. But comfort is on the way, Psalms 37:11But the meek will possess the earth, And they will find exquisite delight in the abundance of peace. May you rest in peace until then..........
Natasha Davis
March 10, 2015
May God bless the Nimoy Family at this difficult time. May He bring you comfort as you recall the many happy memories that you shared with Leonard. He was a great actor who loved the Theatre. We look forward to a better life for all of us at a better time! (Is 51:12)
~
the Longoria family
March 10, 2015
Another grand talent has left us. Mr. Nimoy, no one else could have portrayed Spock like you. We, along with thousands of others will miss you so much, but we are happy that we were able to see you in Star Trek and other shows. May God bless your family & give them confort & peace in this difficult time. Thank you, family, for sharing your husband & father with all of us. He will not be forgotten. Live long & prosper.
Psalms 121...RIP
Christian Bilan
March 8, 2015
Thanks for 50 years of Star Trek, your talent and your works are your Legacy and wont be forgotten.
On behalf of entire generations, i say thank you. R.I.P. and LLAP.
Anthony Welknor
March 8, 2015
Rest In Paradise
Lisa Weiner
March 7, 2015
To Leonard Nimoy,
You were a very talented actor. My prayers go to your family and friends. Lisa Weiner
susan priddle
March 7, 2015
i am a star trek fan and to me he will always be spock he will never be forgotton to family
karl hoyer
March 7, 2015
He lived long and prospered! Thanks for the memories
Tyrus jones
March 7, 2015
R.I.P.
March 6, 2015
Leonard Nimoy playing the role as Mr Spock was truly an amazing person with so much talent the loss is clearly ours. Prayers fill our hearts and burst forth from our mouths to God asking him to let us remember clearly the love we have for this wonderful person gone from our lives never forgetting the joy we shared experiencing a great and authentic talent. (Hebrews 6:10).
Maria Lucchese
March 6, 2015
Dear family,
I am so sad to know of his passing.Its a whole chapter of my youth, is now gone. I admire what he left us. He left me with a thirst for knowledge, for science and the truth. I am what I am today because of him. I will miss him so, so much.
Maria Lucchese,
Montreal, Quebec - Canada
Brenda
March 6, 2015
As one of many baby boomers, I, too, enjoyed Leonard Nimoy's character, Mr. Spock. I will remember him most; hopefully, before I allow myself to become angered. Sleep peacefully, Mr. Nimoy, while we look forward to a time when all persons will "live long and prosperous" into eternity. My heartfelt condolences to the loved ones he leaves behind!
Wayne Murrell
March 6, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Teresa Fogel
March 6, 2015
Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy. Rest in Peace.
TRIAD / MC
Patricia A Jublikhan PC
March 5, 2015
Leonard,
David and I always admired your style and cut of cloth.
R.I.P.
XOXO,
Patti
ELTON COPELAND
March 5, 2015
I GREW UP WATCHING STAR TREK AND SPOCK TOOK THE SHOW.I AM SO SAD OF HIS PASSING. HE'S HEADING HOME IN HEAVEN WERE NO MAN HAS GONE BEFORE. THANK YOU FOR ENTERTAINING US. YOU ARE NOW WITH DEFOREST KELLY, JAMES DOOHAN AND GENE RODDONBERRY. WHAT A REUNION. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY MY FRIEND.
s fields
March 5, 2015
Please accept my condolences. The Nimoy Family will miss a love you. God will help you through it. Reven at ion 21:3,4.
Tiffany Robin
March 5, 2015
Leonard Nimoy was certainly an iconic character. It's obvious he has many fans. I am a fan myself. One of my favorite quotes from Mr. Spock was "live long and prosper". I look forward to the future when we really will be able to "live a long time and prosper". (Deutromony 5:16 NWT)
Li, Remy Li & Burt Tankel
BURT TANKEL
March 4, 2015
Rest in Peace Leonard "MR Spock" Nimoy. Years ago, while living in Dorchester, on Harwood Street, we had a great barber located on Blue Hill Avenue, near Morton Street. His name? Max Nimoy with his partner, Max Platter. At that time I wasn't a Star Trek Fan but am one now- for several years. All over the walls of the barbershop were 8" x 10" black & white photos of Leonard. Leonard & I & William Shatner share something in common, in that the three of us were born in March of 1931--another co-incidence! I will be observing my 84th birthday on Monday,March 9th! Hopefully, the accompanying photo will show my Wife,Li, our Daughter, Remy Li & Me. Rest in peace & prosper, in heaven, Mr Spock. You will never be forgotten!
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