Walter Koenig

Walter Koenig
Koenig in 2013
Born
Walter Marvin Koenig

(1936-09-14)September 14, 1936
DiedOctober 25, 2026(2026-10-25) (aged 90)
EducationGrinnell College
University of California, Los Angeles
Occupations
  • Actor
  • screenwriter
Years active1962–2024
Known forPavel Chekov, Mr. Bester
TelevisionStar Trek, Babylon 5
Spouse
Judy Levitt
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(m. 1965; died 2022)​
Children2, including Andrew
RelativesJimmy Pardo (son-in-law)
Websitewww.walterkoenigsite.com

Walter Marvin Koenig (/ˈkeɪnɪɡ/; September 14, 1936 – October 25, 2026) was an American actor, writer, teacher and director. He was known for his roles as Pavel Chekov in Star Trek and Alfred Bester in Babylon 5.

Koenig died at his home in Los Angeles, California from cardiopulmonary arrest caused by congestive heart failure on October 25, 2026, at the age of 90.

References

  1. ↑ "Walter Koenig Biography (1936-)". Filmreference.com. Retrieved 2012-12-17.
  2. ↑ "Walter Koenig Biography - Yahoo! Movies". Movies.yahoo.com. 2011-04-20. Retrieved 2012-12-17.
  3. ↑ Dagan, Carmel (26 October 2026). "Walter Koenig, Chekov on Original 'Star Trek,' Dies at 90". Variety.
  4. ↑ Barnes, Mike (26 October 2026). "Walter Koenig, the Russian Crewman Chekov on 'Star Trek,' Dies at 90". The Hollywood Reporter.

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