WATCH: ‘Star Trek Beyond’ cast and crew pay tribute to Leonard Nimoy

MANILA, Philippines – Zachary Quinto and the rest of the Star Trek Beyond cast and crew paid tribute to the late Leonary Nimoy in a video for an Omaze campaign, posted on August 25.

Zach, who played Spock in the newer Star Trek movies, said, “Leonard was an actor, a champion of the arts, and true inpiration to so many. Through his legendary portrayal of Spock, he infuenced countless scientists and artists, myself and the rest of the cast included. (READ: Farewell, Mr Spock) 

“It was an honor and a privilege to know him and to call him a friend. Leonard’s love for the human spirit shone through everything he did. He touched lives around the world and is greatly missed.”

Leonard, who famously played Spock in the Star Trek TV series, died in February 2015 after battling chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. (READ: ‘Star Trek’ stars, celebrities pay tribute to Leonard Nimoy, aka Mr Spock) 

According to their Facebook page, Omaze is an organization that offers “once-in-a-lifetime experiences that benefit charitable causes.” For Star Trek Beyond‘s campaign, a donation of $10 or more supports 9 global organizations, including the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, which was very important to Leonard. 

People who donate to their campaign also stand the chance to win a walk-on role in Star Trek Beyond, and to be a part of the “To Boldly Go Crew,” which will visit the set and hang out with the cast.

The stars of Star Trek Beyond have also been inviting fans to support their campaign on Twitter over the past few weeks.

Anton Yelchin & @SimonPegg are recruiting for Star Trek Beyond! #ToBoldlyGo, Watch & ENTER: http://t.co/bg8qGBlZui https://t.co/2WKx1rjfe1

— Star Trek (@StarTrekMovie) July 21, 2015

 

Want to be in Star Trek Beyond AND join the #ToBoldlyGo crew? ➤Watch & ENTER http://t.co/40ipQpIdHV https://t.co/E8BtpVbH7L

— Star Trek (@StarTrekMovie) July 29, 2015

 

Justin Lin is looking for a new cast member. Is it you? ➤Watch & ENTER: http://t.co/FbQeXUStL9 https://t.co/dt1ff5RoTq

— Star Trek (@StarTrekMovie) August 4, 2015

 

 

Want to be in Star Trek Beyond? Chris Pine & @IdrisElba invite you from set, ENTER now ➤ http://t.co/zFiYXflCfT https://t.co/DiSuvxyWDo

— Star Trek (@StarTrekMovie) August 14, 2015

 

Watch @ZoeSaldana & @JohnTheCho spill about the "Chris Pine special," then ENTER #ToBoldlyGo: http://t.co/1ycAXnui4d https://t.co/wlzwnPtM91

— Star Trek (@StarTrekMovie) August 19, 2015

 

Other recent Omaze campaigns include being able to attend the Walking Dead premiere by supporting Make a Wish, and getting the chance to be a zombie in Call of Duty: Black Ops III in exchange for helping veterans get work.

Star Trek Beyond‘s call for support ended with an iconic Vulcan salute from the cast –live long and prosper.

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