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Walter Koenig, Star Trek's Chekov, dies at 90

Koenig played Ensign Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek series and seven films.

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  • Walter Koenig died at his home in North Hollywood at age 90.
  • His representatives said he died of old age, with his daughter and niece by his side.
  • Koenig played Ensign Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek series and seven films.
  • He also played Alfred Bester in Babylon 5 and worked as a writer.
  • George Takei said Koenig was more than Chekov and a loyal friend.
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Praises the actor's warmth and lasting legacy

The Guardian US (Politics): Walter Koenig, actor best known as Chekov on Star Trek, dies aged 90

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The Guardian US highlights Koenig's warmth, his work beyond acting and the lasting mark he left on fans.

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Mainstream liberal outlets such as CNN, MSNBC, NPR and The Washington Post. Usually focuses on who is affected, climate, public institutions and criticism of the Trump administration.

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Right: Notes the actor's decades aboard the Enterprise

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Notes the actor's decades aboard the Enterprise

The Daily Wire: ‘Star Trek’ Star Dead at 90 After Decades Aboard The Enterprise

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The Daily Wire focuses on Koenig's long run in the Star Trek franchise and notes that only William Shatner and George Takei remain from the original core cast.

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Mainstream conservative outlets such as Fox News, the Washington Examiner and the New York Post. Usually focuses on costs, security, government overreach and Democratic policy.

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Reports the actor's death and family statement

The Gateway Pundit: Star Trek Actor Walter Koenig Dead at 90

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The Gateway Pundit reports Koenig's death, his family's announcement and George Takei's tribute.

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Hard-right outlets such as Breitbart, Newsmax and The Gateway Pundit. Usually focuses on national strength, immigration, distrust of institutions and strong support for Trump.

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Should Star Trek's Chekov be remembered as one of the franchise's most important characters?

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