Let’s celebrate Leonard Nimoy’s contributions to video games

A man famous for portraying a character without emotions is causing many to feel sadness today.

Leonard Nimoy died today at the age of 83 from end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. You can read his New York Times obituary here. He was famous for his role as Spock in Star Trek television shows and movies, but he also left an imprint in the world of gaming.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.