I’m taking a step away from the series of Sylum Inspirations that discuss items and places that are inspiration in or for the Sylum Universe.
Though this is difficult to write – it’s only fitting to do a tribute to Leonard Nimoy. A man who inspired all of us. I’m pretty sure there is not one of us here that hasn’t been inspired by him either from his role as Spock, his dedication to society causes, or just the fact he was one of those genuine nice guys.
I actually had to avoid much of twitter and news for a few days because every time I would read something I would tear up, even now I’m choking up! But while I’ll miss his work – I know his legacy lives on by the work and world he left behind.
Most of us knew him as Spock: ‘Live Long And Prosper’. If you didn’t grow up with the TV Show, then you were introduced to him from the movies. Now honestly I have never been the big Star Trek Geek (more Star Wars geek). But even I was inspired and influenced by Spock.
What a lot of people didn’t know was that Leonard Nimoy was also an accomplished musician. He had an extensive Hollywood career, which included directing and guest staring in variety of movies and TV shows. He was also an advocate for Woman and Gay Rights. In his later years he was pushed for people to Quit Smoking.
But his most famous legacy was his kindness, generosity and friendships. Those who were lucky to personally know him, will hold him in their hearts. Those of us who knew him from the outside will forever be inspired by his greatness.
As for Sylum.
Rest assured – there was no way at some point in the stories Spock and Kirk wouldn’t arrive. And I’m not just referring to the vids showcasing the remake. It’s Sylum, we never do things the way anyone expects it.
Leonard – we will miss you. Thank you for your sharing your talents and inspiring us to be great things.
As you already know, I tried to watch his Mission Impossible episodes and had to stop (after having nixed the idea of watching Star Trek). I probably should have watched his Twilight Zone episode instead.
Peace and long life.
I remember waiting for the new show called Star Trek. I loved it and the cast. Mr. Spock was such a cool character! I mourned when the show was taken off the air. When the first movie came out I was visiting out of state, we all went to the drive-in and watched it. It was so wonderful to see my old friends on the screen once again. I cried when Spock died, cheered when he was found. Grinned whenever I heard “Mr. Spock’s” voice as narrator for a documentary.
Leonard Nimoy I respect you as a wonderful actor and a beautiful human being. Your Spock will always “Live long & prosper” in my mind.
How can you miss someone you never met?