Leonard Nimoy better known as Spock died at the age of 83 because of COPD

Leonard Nimoy better known as Spock died at the age of 83 because of COPD 

Leonard Nimoy

Leonard Nimoy, who lived long and prospered alongside his alter ego Mr. Spock, died Friday at his Los Angeles home. The creator of television’s most beloved pointy-eared, hyper-logical half-Vulcan, was 83. The death of the “Star Trek” star was confirmed by his wife, Susan Bay Nimoy, and his son, Adam.Nimoy had suffered for several years from chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), which makes it difficult to breathe. 

“I quit smoking 30 yrs ago,” he tweeted last week. “Not soon enough. I have COPD. Grandpa says, quit now!! LLAP.” 

“LLAP” was Spock’s best-known catch phrase: Live long and prosper.


Leonard Nimoy lived up to his longtime catchphrase: Live long and prosper. Having achieved success in many arenas during his lifetime, the actor, director, writer and photographer has died at age 83. His wife, Susan Bay Nimoy, reportedly confirmed his death to the New York Times, saying the cause was end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Most widely known for his performance as half-human, half-Vulcan science officer Spock on the classic sci-fi TV show “Star Trek” and its many subsequent film and videogame incarnations, Nimoy was also a successful director, helming “Star Trek” pics “The Search for Spock” and “The Voyage Home,” as well as non-“Star Trek” fare; an accomplished stage actor; a published writer and poet; and a noted photographer. He also dabbled in singing and songwriting.