American actor Anton Yelchin, perhaps best known for playing the role of Pavel Chekov in Star Trek and its sequel, Star Trek Into Darkness, has been found dead.
Yelchin, who was just 27, was found dead on Sunday morning after he was pinned between his car and a wall, according to TMZ. The accident occurred in the driveway of his San Fernando Valley home.
The police do not suspect that foul play was a factor in Yelchin’s death.
Yelchin was also known for his roles in Alpha Dog, Terminator Salvination and the Steven Spielberg TV miniseries of Taken.
Yelchin was born in Russia but moved with his family to the United States as a baby. His parents were professional figure skaters and moved to America to further their careers.
Hollywood stars shared their grief on Twitter having lost a colleague while fans lamented the loss of a hugely talented entertainer.
https://twitter.com/ChrisEvans/status/744606716428488704
So sad to have to post this. Rest in peace, dear Anton Yelchin. Gone way too soon, friend. You'll be greatly missed. pic.twitter.com/AbFCyyF2hf
— Golden Globe Awards (@goldenglobes) June 19, 2016
Shocked and saddened by news of the tragic accidental death of actor Anton Yelchin. So terrible to lose a life so young and full of promise.
— David Mack (@DavidAlanMack) June 19, 2016
Anton Yelchin was an absolute gem, a joker and one of my few close mates in U.S. My love to his family/friends. Rest in peace my brother. ❤️
— Joe Cole (@theotherJoeCole) June 19, 2016
https://twitter.com/aaronpaul_8/status/744624462847414272
This is unreal. Anton Yelchin is such a talent. Such a huge loss.
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) June 19, 2016
https://twitter.com/OfficialKat/status/744594940403974144
Anton was a sweetheart. Absolutely a great creative partner and artist.
— Guillermo del Toro (@RealGDT) June 19, 2016
