Star Trek actor Anton Yelchin who played Chekov in the recent films has died in a tragic accident. The 27 year old was killed when his car rolled backwards down his drive and pinned him against a wall outside his home in California.
The actor is in the third film in the franchise, Star Trek Beyond, which is due to be released next month.
JJ Abrams lead the tributes from Hollywood..
— Bad Robot (@bad_robot) June 19, 2016
Devastated to hear about the brilliant Anton Yelchin. He was thoughtful, kind, and gifted. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
— Chris Evans (@ChrisEvans) June 19, 2016
We're saddened to report the passing of Anton Yelchin, best known as Chekov @StarTrekMovie https://t.co/dgpY0gSuem pic.twitter.com/EXMCAJsKgx
— Star Trek (@StarTrek) June 19, 2016
Absolutely shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Anton Yelchin’s passing.
— Elijah Wood (@elijahwood) June 20, 2016
Sad news for such a talented young man. Condolences to the family of Anton Yelchin.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) June 20, 2016
So very sad to hear the awful news about Anton Yelchin. Such a fine actor with his whole career ahead of him. He will be remembered always.
— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) June 19, 2016
