Michael Ansara as Kang (Star Trek)
Michael Ansara, Actor Behind Klingon Leader Kang, Dies At 91 -- CNN
(CNN) -- He struck an imposing figure as Kang, the villainous Klingon commander who struck fears in the hearts of the federation.
The man who played Kang in three iterations of "Star Trek," Michael Ansara, has died, according to his former agent.
Ansara was 91.
The veteran character actor was probably best known for playing the Klingon leader in the original "Star Trek" series, then again in the legendary sci-fi series "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine" and "Star Trek: Voyager."
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But he had an illustrious career beyond that, plus a personal life that included a marriage to Barbara Eden of "I Dream of Jeannie" fame and a 36-year marriage to his wife Beverly.
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My Comment: There is something to be said about Star Trek .... that years after playing a sci-fi character for a few espisodes .... it is that role that you will be remembered for. (Besides being married to Barbara Eden).
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