On Sunday (3/1), William Shatner took to social media to scheduled a communal discussion and tribute to the life of his friend and former Star Trek co-star Leonard Nimoy, who died on Friday.
Shatner was regretfully unable to attend Nimoy’s funeral services in California, as he was in Florida for a Red Cross charity event.
The discussion began at 12 noon ET and lasted more than two hours.
Below are some highlights, that included Shatner’s personal reactions to questions about Nimoy’s life and their friendship.
I asked if you all would be interested in celebrating Leonard's life today. Why don't we reconvene at noon ET/ 9am PT and begin.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
Ok so I'm thinking we use the #LeonardNimoy hashtag
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
Leonard and I seemed to be bound by fate to be friends. We were born 4 days apart. #LeonardNimoy
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
We worked together previous to Star Trek, first impressions: nice guy, a real professional, took the job/role seriously. #LeonardNimoy
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@nickwilli131: @WilliamShatner what was your favorite memory of Mr. Nimoy? #LeonardNimoy” Every moment I spent with him.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@Craabpot: @WilliamShatner What was he like when off the set? #LeonardNimoy” Intelligent, insightful, just a precious gem of a man.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@pasutcliffe: What life lessons did you learn from each other? #LeonardNimoy” I learned to be more serious I think he learned to be less.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
He took the role of Spock very seriously and I would try and get him to crack a smile while in his persona. It was hard to do. #LeonardNimoy
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@jeanyreeny: @WilliamShatner what's the coolest thing he gave you that you've kept? #LeonardNimoy” His love and friendship.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@Chrisnova10: If Leonard could say something to all of us–right here, right now, what would he say? #LeonardNimoy” Don't smoke!
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@Chrisnova10: If Leonard could say something to all of us–right here, right now, what would he say? #LeonardNimoy” Don't smoke!
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@nickwilli131: @WilliamShatner how close were you with him after Star Trek? #LeonardNimoy” Very.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@_Peccavimus: @WilliamShatner What's the best thing he's ever said to you? #LeonardNimoy” I love you.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@DavidJBradley1: @WilliamShatner who was the biggest on set Diva? You, #LeonardNimoy or DeForest Kelley?” Depended on the day. Mostly Me!
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@BrentMcA: @WilliamShatner What can we do in honor of #LeonardNimoy ?” Remember him and his work.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@somelikeitshiny: @WilliamShatner How often did you see each other? #LeonardNimoy” Not often enough. We were both busy.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@ithildin_lass: @WilliamShatner I imagine this conversation must be very emotional for you. ❤ #LeonardNimoy” It's healing
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@JoeyABC17: @WilliamShatner Any regrets with regard to your relationship with #LeonardNimoy?” That it couldn't have lasted a lot longer.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@jeanyreeny: @WilliamShatner #LeonardNimoy What kind of a dad was he?” The best. He was also an amazing uncle to my daughters.
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
“@GhostiLeaks: would love to have seen him at your Roast. Where was #LeonardNimoy?” He felt it was inappropriate he didn't want me to do it
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
I do want to thank everyone for coming here and sharing their memories and celebrating the life of #LeonardNimoy LLAP! MBB
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 1, 2015
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