Leonard Nimoy: Star Trek's Mr. Spock Dies at 83

Leonard Nimoy was an American actor, director and poet. Born on March 26, 1931, in Boston, he was the son of Ukrainian Jewish immigrants.

He is best known for playing the half-Vulcan science officer Spock on Star Trek (1966-1969) and in the movies. He created the Vulcan salute, "Live long and prosper," and directed Star Trek III and Three Men and a Baby.

He also published poetry and photography. Nimoy died of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in Los Angeles on February 27, 2015, at age 83.

Achievements: Three Emmy nominations, Spock actor.

Birth: March 26, 1931 - Boston, Massachusetts.

Profession: Actor and director.

Interesting Facts: He based the Vulcan salute on a Jewish blessing.