Hey Kids,
Here’s some screencaps I took from February 10th’s interview of Mr. Nimoy with Piers Morgan of CNN. As you can see, it was a lively conversation! I’ll have the transcript up for you soon! (and I hope video too). The man loves his life, regardless of any illness; a lesson we all could learn. Enjoy!
Posted in Leonard Nimoy, My Weekly Spock
Tagged CNN, COPD, images, Leonard Nimoy, Piers Morgan, screencaps, Spock, Vulcan Salute
I think Spock needs a little TLC…
Posted in Leonard Nimoy, StarTreKomics!, Toon Tuesday
Tagged COPD, friends, Leonard Nimoy, mccoy, Oxygen, Spock, Tri-Ox
Hey Kids,
Mr. Nimoy gave a fine and heartfelt interview on CNN last night with Piers Morgan. In this segment he talks about how he was an ‘Olympic Smoker’ and the ignorance of tobacco dangers when he was young. Here’s that part of the interview’; I hope to get the full interview up later. He did great! Rock on, Grandpa.
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Tagged CNN, COPD, Leonard Nimoy, Nimoy, Olympic, Piers Morgan, Smoker, tobacco dangers
I got to looking at some stills from Season 1 of Trek and I gotta tell you, I think the lighting in season 1 was some of the most beautiful in the history of television. The lighting had film noir quality with lots of shadows and ‘baby’ spotlights on the eyes. By Season 3, the budget was tighter than ever and the lighting just wasn’t as ethereal and painterly as it was in the first two seasons.
Anyway, here’s some sublimely lit Spock for you…
By the way, have you ever wondered why the background color on this site is lavender purple? Now you know! All the walls of the Enterprise sets were painted gray, but the lighting gave them their beautiful pastel shades. Kudos to Director of Photography Jerry Finnerman for his light artistry.
Posted in Leonard Nimoy, Star Trek: The Original Series
Tagged Charlie X, Jerry Finnerman, Leonard Nimoy, Lighting, Spock, Star Trek, The Naked Time
Here’s People Magazine’s recap of Mr. Nimoy’s ailment. Keep fighting the good fight, Leonard!
Leonard Nimoy has announced he suffers from chronic lung disease and is speaking out about the dangers of smoking.
The actor best known as Star Trek‘s Mr. Spock says he he has been diagnosed with obstructive pulmonary disease. COPD is a general term that can be used to describe several lung diseases, including emphysema, chronic bronchitis and non-reversible asthma, according to the COPD Foundation.
“I’m doing OK. Just can’t walk distances. Love my life, family, friends and followers,” Nimoy, 82, Tweets, adding, “LLAP” – for “live long and prosper.”
“I quit smoking 30 yrs ago,” he says. “Not soon enough. I have COPD. Grandpa says, quit now!! LLAP.”
“Smokers, please understand. If you quit after you’re diagnosed with lung damage it’s too late. Grandpa says learn my lesson. Quit now. LLAP.”
But Nimoy reassures his followers that he is still going strong: “Just taped my comments for Star Trek Fest to be aired on EPIX Feb. 16th. Still enjoying my life. LLAP”
You can see the video here:
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The late 1970’s and 80’s were a prime time on TV for the miniseries. With the success of Shogun there was a rush of other grand adventures created. Here is Marco Polo from 1982. An all star cast included Leonard Nimoy as Lord Achmed – who is sort of good and evil, a bit conniving. (Well, of course he’s evil, look at that beard!) He did well with a moderate part, although he first comes off as a bit…Shatner-esque? (A bit breathless with lots of pauses in his speeches) But by the time his character dies we at least get a feeling for some of his personal traits! Nimoy never got the girl in these movies, and was again relegated to a ‘heavy’ – but hey, he got a free trip to China!
Posted in Leonard Nimoy, Television
Tagged 1982, beard, Leonard Nimoy, Lord Achmed, Marco Polo, mini series
Well, well, it seems my viewership here has grown exponentially since yesterday! I just want to take a moment to say Hi and thanks to all my new subscribers and for your wonderful comments here!
I started this blog in 2011, and have filled it with my clippings, anecdotes and art related to the original series of Star Trek. So far I have posted entries from my three original Star Trek scrapbooks (hence the blog title) that I collected in the 1970’s. I do have a fourth scrapbook somewhere but haven’t found it yet! You may have noticed that my blog is somewhat Spock/Nimoy centric 😉 , since I’ve been in love with the man for 40 years now! I hope you’re enjoying it and I hope you will explore the many different categories. I am especially fond of my original ‘StarTreKomics‘ that I post from time to time, and I also have been working on a series of Star Trek Posters that present the original 79 episodes as old style movie posters, among other things. There is also ‘My Weekly Spock’ segment every Monday that presents one or photos of Nimoy as Spock, himself, or as the many other characters he’s played. (for more pics, see my original version ‘My Daily Spock‘) Often on Wednesdays I have Wideo Wednesday where I post a fun video of whatever strikes my fancy (sometimes Trek) Every Friday I have FArFri, which stands for ‘Fan Art Friday’ where I showcase the unique and marvelous Star Trek art I have found on the net.
Of course I have many interests outside of Star Trek, (see categories on right) and they get mentioned here from time to time. If you should need any more info about me, just click on the “ABOUT” link at the top of the page. (where you’ll see a silly 20 year old picture of me in my home-made Trek uniform!) If needed, you can also Contact me here. Keep those cards comments and letters e-mails coming!
BTW, I produce this blog in the most old fashioned of ways — on my Desktop Computer with an old IBM keyboard! I have a fun time posting and creating, and nice way to say “Hi!” to Trek fans from all over. Of course, I don’t post every day, and am very busy with my work and family, but if I can bring a little smile to you, my work is done! Knowing that anyone even reads this is a pleasure to me, Enjoy, and I wish you all Peace and Long Life! -Therese 🙂
Posted in Leonard Nimoy, Miscellaneous
Tagged articles, Fan Art Fridays (FArFri), Leonard Nimoy, my blog, My Weekly Spock, posts, Star Trek, Therese, Trekkerscrapbook, Welcome, Wideo Wednesday
Leonard Nimoy at presentation of “Vincent” on June 15th, 2013
Original Photo by Therese Bohn. (me)
Last night Mr. Nimoy tweeted the following:
COPD is the following:
COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary (PULL-mun-ary) disease, is a progressive disease that makes it hard to breathe. “Progressive” means the disease gets worse over time.
COPD can cause coughing that produces large amounts of mucus (a slimy substance), wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and other symptoms.
Cigarette smoking is the leading cause of COPD. Most people who have COPD smoke or used to smoke. Long-term exposure to other lung irritants—such as air pollution, chemical fumes, or dust—also may contribute to COPD.
Sad to hear this, although not too surprised. I recall Mr. Nimoy had a awful coughing fit during the above appearance, and he was brought water which helped. Unfortunately there is no cure, but at least there are treatments and lifestyle changes can help one feel better, stay more active, and slow the progress of the disease.
I was a little surprised that Mr. Nimoy announced this problem publicly, but I suspect he knows his fans, and like a good Dad, (or Grandpa, as he wants his fans to call him) he wants his ‘family’ to know. He knows he won’t live forever, and in his grace, he’s letting us down gently.
I have no doubt that Mr. Nimoy knows how much he is LOVED by so many people around the world, and how happy he has made so many of us. Sir, if your reading this, we send you our love and prayers, and best wishes for a comfortable, healthier existence. May you truly Live Long and Prosper. Many hugs and thanks “Grandpa” Love, Therese
Hey Kids,
Mr. Nimoy made a lot of personal appearances in the 70’s, and here’s a typical 8×10 glossy from the chain store Two Guys. I found this on the site plaidstallions.com which is the mother load of all things 70’s! (Especially bad fashion, but Leonard looks great here!)
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Tagged 8x10, courtesty, glossy, HOT, Leonard Nimoy, personal appearances, plaidstallions.com, stripes, Two Guys
Hey Kids, I’m back! Feeling much better now, thanks for your patience. Now, here as promised a while back – a bunch of nice stills from Leonard’s appearance on The Mike Douglas Show in 1973– in that glorious blue denim patchwork suit! Pretty “in-your-face”, really! Douglas himself , in his awful brown polyester, is in awe of it. And you can see that he gets “the ear question” from little Mason as he motions around his famous ears!
Enjoy, and good to be back, Therese
Posted in My Weekly Spock
Tagged Leonard Nimoy, Mason Reese, MIke Douglas, patchwork demin suit
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