The actor best known for originally portraying Mr. Spock in the 1960s television series Star Trek -- as well as many of the films and other television shows in the franchise thereafter -- will receive an official tribute from the city of Boston, MA at the end of March.Leonard's daughter Julie Nimoy revealed an official proclamation from Boston Mayor Martin Walsh that March 26 will be known as Leonard Nimoy Day. Nimoy was born in the West End neighborhood of Boston on that day in 1931, so this honor falls on what would have been his 90th birthday. He passed in 2015.
The decree outlines Nimoy's artistic beginnings in Boston, including his involvement with local organizations like the Elizabeth Peabody House and the West End Boys Club that he performed with growing up. He earned a summer scholarship to Boston College as a teenager, and later in life, he received an honorary degree from Boston University, contributed to cancer research and helped with financial aid for telescopic space research -- which is a fitting area for the scientifically minded Spock. Recognition is also given to his other creative and notable work as a "writer, producer, director, poet, photographer and philanthropist."
Special mention is made of Nimoy's role as Spock and how that character's own mixed Vulcan/human lineage helped to give voice to "the immigrant, the refugee and the oppressed." It notes that while he is gone, Nimoy should always be remembered for his valuable contributions to his community and the art world at large. In conclusion, Walsh encourages all Bostonians to celebrate these notable accomplishments.
Nimoy appeared as Mr. Spock over the course of six decades, starting with the original television series premiere in 1966 up to his final appearance as the pointy-eared one-time science officer in the 2013 film Star Trek Into Darkness. His iconic look and demeanor set the standard for Vulcans in all of their many appearances since he first took on the role, from the hairline to the well-known neck pinch and salute.
Created by Gene Roddenberry, Star Trek: The Original Series stars William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, James Doohan, Nichelle Nichols, George Takei and Walter Koenig. The series ran for three seasons from 196 -1969 and is currently streaming on Netflix.
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