Twenty-seven-year-old actor Anton Yelchin, known for playing Pavel Chekov in the new “Star Trek” movies (including the upcoming “Star Trek Beyond“), has died in a freak accident, according to TMZ, who confirmed the death through his publicist.
Evidently, Yelchin was found pinned between a brick mailbox and his car. The actor had a steep incline on his driveway and law enforcement said the vehicle was still running and found in neutral gear. TMZ says, “Yelchin’s friends became alarmed because he was supposed to meet them hours earlier for a rehearsal,” and in the early morning his body was discovered in the accident.
Yelchin recently appeared in the indies “Green Room,” “The Driftless Area” and “Experimenter.” “Star Trek Beyond,” opens soon on July 22. More details when they arrive. Rest in peace.
Oh, Anton. Such a dedicated, generous and hyper-smart young man. So grateful for the time we shared, destroyed he left so soon.
— Jeremy Saulnier (@saulnier_jeremy) June 19, 2016
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I loved Anton Yelchin so much. He was a true artist – curious, beautiful, courageous. He was a great pal and a great son. I'm in ruins.
— John Cho (@JohnTheCho) June 19, 2016
Just heard about #AntonYelchin what a great talent and good young man. Gone far too soon… #GodBless Terrible loss. You I'll be missed.
— Chad Michael Murray (@ChadMMurray) June 19, 2016
OMG… Nooooo! RT @TrekMovie: Breaking News: Anton Yelchin dead at age 27 – https://t.co/bICL4CawJK pic.twitter.com/8ZosMVPeKZ
— LeVar Burton (@levarburton) June 19, 2016
Anton Yelchin was a bright, brilliant talent, and a truly kind person. I was so taken by him, and won't ever forget his sweet smile. RIP
— olivia wilde (@oliviawilde) June 19, 2016
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I can't believe it , I m fckn hurting bad !
— Karl Urban (@KarlUrban) June 19, 2016
So sad to hear this news… pic.twitter.com/fyQajch5kN
— Michael Giacchino (@m_giacchino) June 19, 2016
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This is unreal. Anton Yelchin is such a talent. Such a huge loss.
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) June 19, 2016
Anton was a sweetheart. Absolutely a great creative partner and artist.
— Guillermo del Toro (@RealGDT) June 19, 2016
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Love you A pic.twitter.com/blrzJnBpaq
— Drake Doremus (@drakedoremus) June 19, 2016
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So sad to hear about Anton Yelchin, always been one of my favorite actors… Condolences to his family and friends… RIP
— Abigail Breslin (SOPHOMORE) (@yoabbaabba) June 19, 2016
