- Leonard Nimoy is a famous actor
- He starred on Star Trek
- Learn more about his roles before playing "Spock"
Leonard Nimoy began his best-known role on Star Trek in 1966. But the legendary actor had actually been working in film and television since the early 1950s, and he had many guest roles on notable TV shows.
Leonard Nimoy's Surprising TV Roles Before Star Trek
Nimoy, in fact, had dozens of appearances on the 1950s and '60s TV series, many of which are classics today. He was a staple guest especially on Westerns of the era but also on a range of drama and crime shows.
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Watch the video above for a breakdown of Leonard Nimoy's surprising acting history prior to his trademark role on Star Trek.
