The following is a statement from NASA Administrator Charles Bolden on the passing of Leonard Nimoy:
“Leonard Nimoy was an inspiration to multiple generations of
engineers, scientists, astronauts, and other space explorers. As Mr.
Spock, he made science and technology important to the story, while
never failing to show, by example, that it is the people around us who
matter most.
“NASA was fortunate to have him as a friend and a colleague. He was
much more than the Science Officer for the USS Enterprise. Leonard was a
talented actor, director, philanthropist, and a gracious man dedicated
to art in many forms.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and the legions of Star Trek fans around the world.”
