Leonard Nimoy was not only an acclaimed actor but also a talented singer and songwriter, known for his musical albums.
His album "The Two Sides of Leonard Nimoy" showcases his unique blend of music and spoken word, reflecting his artistic versatility.
Nimoy's album "Highly Illogical" features humorous songs that play on his famous character Spock's logical persona.
Biography
Early Life
Leonard Simon Nimoy was born on March 26, 1931, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Jewish immigrants from Ukraine. His parents, Max and Dora Nimoy, instilled in him a strong work ethic, and he began acting at the young age of eight in local theater. Despite his parents' hopes for him to pursue a more stable career, Nimoy's passion for acting and singing flourished, particularly through his involvement in his synagogue's choir. His talent was evident early on, as he was invited to perform at multiple synagogues during his bar mitzvah.
Career
Nimoy's career spanned over six decades, but he is best known for his iconic role as Spock in the Star Trek franchise, which began in 1966. He portrayed Spock in various formats, including the original series, animated series, and multiple films. Beyond acting, Nimoy was also a director, helming successful films such as Star Trek III: The Search for Spock and Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. His artistic endeavors extended to music, where he released several albums, including "The Two Sides of Leonard Nimoy" and "Highly Illogical," showcasing his vocal talents.
Personal Life
Nimoy was married twice, first to actress Sandra Zober, with whom he had two children, and later to Susan Bay. He was deeply involved in the Jewish community and explored themes of spirituality in his work, notably through his photographic project, "The Shekhina Project." Nimoy earned an MA in education and received honorary doctorates for his contributions to the arts and Holocaust remembrance. His legacy as a multifaceted artist continues to resonate with fans around the world, reflecting his diverse talents and commitment to his craft.
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Discography
The Best of Leonard Nimoy2015
- 1.Contact2:25
- 2.Here We Go ’Round Again2:42
- 3.Nature Boy2:16
- 4.The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins2:19
- 5.Once I Smiled2:08
- 6.Ruby Don’t Take Your Love to Town2:48
- 7.Proud Mary3:18
- 8.If I Had a Hammer (The Hammer Song)2:08
- 9.Consilium2:31
- 10.If I Were a Carpenter2:43
- 11.Love of the Common People2:42
- 12.Both Sides Now2:53
- 13.Where It’s At2:23
- 14.Abraham, Martin and John3:21
- 15.Amphibious Assault2:45
- 16.Everybody’s Talkin’2:58
- 17.I Walk the Line2:17
- 18.Highly Illogical2:20
- 19.The Difference Between Us2:15
- 20.Spock Thoughts3:03
Star Trek: Spock vs. Q: The Sequel2000
- 1.Part 11:33
- 2.Part 23:55
- 3.Part 33:55
- 4.Part 41:50
- 5.Part 53:33
- 6.Part 64:13
- 7.Part 73:06
- 8.Part 85:47
- 9.Part 94:50
- 10.Part 104:34
- 11.Part 113:19
- 12.Part 122:21
- 13.Part 133:05
- 14.Part 143:42
- 15.Part 152:49
- 16.Part 163:13
- 17.Part 171:19
Star Trek: Spock vs. Q1999
- 1.[Intro & “You humans are so emotional…”]4:38
- 2.[“Naughty, naughty, naughty…”]4:20
- 3.[“Now, as I was about to say…”]4:28
- 4.[“C’mon I dare you…”]6:58
- 5.[“Look. I know the federation doesn’t…”]7:22
- 6.[“Ohh. A peanut sat on a railway track…”]4:19
- 7.[“Nine reasons to save humans.”]3:44
- 8.[“You appreciate poetry, good!”]4:28
- 9.[“Are you calling the game on account of rain?”]2:42
- 10.[“Now steady friend…”]2:19
- 11.[“Tell them what you planned to do…”]3:55
- 12.[“Alright, its done!” & Credits]3:54
- 13.[Outro]1:29
Spaced Out: The Very Best of Leonard Nimoy & William Shatner1997
- 1.King Henry the Fifth3:00
- 2.Elegy for the Brave3:17
- 3.Highly Illogical2:23
- 4.If I Had a Hammer (The Hammer Song)2:10
- 5.Mr. Tambourine Man2:51
- 6.Where Is Love2:02
- 7.Music to Watch Space Girls By2:22
- 8.It Was a Very Good Year3:57
- 9.Ruby Don’t Take Your Love to Town2:49
- 10.Hamlet3:53
- 11.A Visit to a Sad Planet3:05
- 12.Abraham, Martin and John3:20
- 13.Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds3:00
- 14.If I Was a Carpenter2:44
- 15.How Insensitive3:33
- 16.I’d Love Making Love to You2:54
- 17.Put a Little Love in Your Heart2:32
- 18.Sunny3:22
- 19.Gentle on My Mind2:48
- 20.I Walk the Line2:19
- 21.Ballad of Bilbo Baggins2:22
- 22.Everybody’s Talkin’2:59
- 23.Both Sides Now2:55
- 24.Spock Thoughts3:04
Highly Illogical1993
- 1.Highly Illogical2:24
- 2.If I Had a Hammer2:11
- 3.The Difference Between Us2:18
- 4.Ruby Don’t Take Your Love to Town2:51
- 5.Where It’s At2:25
- 6.Abraham, Martin & John3:23
- 7.Contact2:28
- 8.Nature Boy2:20
- 9.Consilium2:34
- 10.Everybody’s Talkin’3:00
- 11.Here We Go Round Again2:46
- 12.Proud Mary3:21
- 13.Once I Smiled2:12
- 14.Both Sides Now2:57
- 15.Ballad of Bilbo Baggins2:22
- 16.I Walk the Line2:19
- 17.Amphibious Assault2:47
- 18.If I Was a Carpenter2:47
- 19.Spock Thoughts3:05
- 20.Love of the Common People2:43
The Green Hills of Earth1977
- 1.The Green Hills of Earth, Pt. 18:19
- 2.The Green Hills of Earth - Part II16:36
- 3.Gentlemen, Be Seated22:49
Space Odyssey1972
- 1.Theme From “Star Trek”2:04
- 2.You Are Not Alone2:02
- 3.Twinkle, Twinkle Little Earth2:12
- 4.Once I Smiled2:06
- 5.The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins2:15
- 6.Spock Thoughts3:00
- 7.Here We Go ’round Again2:45
- 8.Consilium2:28
- 9.I Search for Tomorrow2:25
The New World of Leonard Nimoy1970
- 1.Time to Get It Together3:49
- 2.Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love to Town2:51
- 3.The Mayor of Ma’s Cafe3:02
- 4.I Walk the Line2:20
- 5.I Finally Saw the Two of You Today3:04
- 6.Mary’s Near2:53
- 7.Abraham, Martin & John3:24
- 8.Proud Mary3:20
- 9.Let It Be Me3:15
- 10.Everybody’s Talkin’3:01
- 11.The Sun Will Rise3:04
- 12.Put a Little Love in Your Heart2:30
The Touch of Leonard Nimoy1969
- 1.I Search for Tomorrow2:20
- 2.Maiden Wine1:42
- 3.Now's the Time2:38
- 4.Cycles2:52
- 5.I Think It's Gonna Rain Today2:58
- 6.I Just Can't Help Believin'2:37
- 7.Nature Boy2:10
- 8.Contact2:50
- 9.The Man I Would Like to Be2:50
- 10.A Trip to Nowhere2:50
- 11.Piece of Hope2:50
The Way I Feel1968
- 1.I’d Love Making Love to You2:53
- 2.Please Don’t Try to Change My Mind2:16
- 3.Sunny3:17
- 4.Where It’s At2:22
- 5.Both Sides Now2:51
- 6.If I Had a Hammer2:07
- 7.Here We Go ’round Again2:45
- 8.Billy Don’t Play the Banjo Anymore2:17
- 9.It’s Getting Better2:50
- 10.Consilium2:28
- 11.Love Is Sweeter2:42
- 12.The Hitch‐Hiker2:48
Presents Mr. Spock’s Music From Outer Space1967
- 1.Theme From “Star Trek”2:07
- 2.Alien2:03
- 3.Where Is Love2:01
- 4.Music to Watch Space Girls By2:24
- 5.Beyond Antares1:58
- 6.Twinkle, Twinkle Little Earth2:23
- 7.Mission Impossible2:04
- 8.Lost in the Stars2:31
- 9.Where No Man Has Gone Before2:30
- 10.You Are Not Alone2:05
- 11.A Visit to a Sad Planet3:07
The Two Sides of Leonard Nimoy1967
- 1.Highly Illogical2:21
- 2.The Difference Between Us2:13
- 3.Once I Smiled2:07
- 4.Spock Thoughts3:00
- 5.By Myself2:14
- 6.Follow Your Star2:32
- 7.Amphibious Assault2:44
- 8.The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins2:18
- 9.Cotton Candy (On a Summer Day)2:34
- 10.Gentle on My Mind2:40
- 11.Miranda2:55
- 12.If I Were a Carpenter2:43
- 13.Love of the Common People2:41
Final Frontier
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The Invisible Man
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The First Men in the Moon1998
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I Am Spock1995
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Star Trek 25th Anniversary Audio Collection / Star Trek Epics on Audio1991
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I Am Not Spock1979
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- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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- Saturn Award for Best Guest Starring Role on Television
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Also known as: Leonard Simon Nimoy
Leonard Simon Nimoy was an American actor and director, famous for playing Spock in the Star Trek franchise for over 40 years. This includes originating Spock in the original Star Trek series in 1966, then Star Trek: The Animated Series, the first six Star Trek films, Star Trek: The Next Generation, the 2009 Star Trek film, and Star Trek Into Darkness. Nimoy also directed films, including Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984), Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986), and Three Men and a Baby (1987), and his career included roles in music videos and video games. In addition to acting and filmmaking, Nimoy was a photographer, author, singer, and songwriter.
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