Leonard Nimoy as Mr. Spock, right, givies the Vulcan salute to William Shatner as Captain Kirk in this image from "Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan." (1982) MovieClip image
Actors William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy laugh during an interview for the 40th anniversary of the science-fiction television series "Star Trek" in Los Angeles August 9, 2006.
Leonard Nimoy, shown in 1973 was Mr. Spock of "Star Trek" through years of prime time and then syndicated reruns. "I've had a good luck," said Nimoy then of the years since the show ended in 1969. "But I know there are certain kinds of jobs that I'm not being offered because of the Star Trek identification."
Leonard Nimoy, right, and William Shatner pose in 2006, the 40th anniversary of "Star Trek" The series first premiered on Sept. 8, 1966 and aired until 1969.
Leonard Nimoy in 1982 in Los Angeles. He said he was pleased with the way Paramount handled his death in the "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan." "When it was first suggested to me that Spock would die, I was hesitant," said Nimoy.
Leonard Nimoy receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1985. The Associated Press
Leonard Nimoy, left, and William Shatner pose in 2006, in Los Angeles. "Star Trek" followed the adventures of the USS Enterprise, commanded by James T. Kirk, played by Shatner, and his first officer and best friend Mr. Spock, played by Nimoy.
Leonard Nimoy poses for a photograph in 2006.
Leonard Nimoy and his wife Sandra Zober arriving for the 21st Annual Emmy Awards show at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, California, June 8, 1969.
Actor Leonard Nimoy in 2009 before the release of the movie "Star Trek."
Leonard Nimoy poses as he arrives at the premiere of the film "Star Trek Into Darkness" in Hollywood May 14, 2013.
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