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'''Chekov''' was the chief navigator of the U.S.S. Enterprise in the original TV series [[Star Trek]]. A Russian, he was not an original cast member, but was brought in for the 2nd season. Since the series took place when the [[Cold War]] was going on, [[Gene Roddenberry]] noted an article by the Russians mocking Star Trek and American arrogance. They were the first ones in space, but there's not a single Russian on this space show. Roddenberry remedied that. Another character with almost no plot development, Chekov was mainly known for begin Russian, and proud of it, and for following orders.
The role of Chekov was played by Walter Koenig. He was chosen because the creators thought he bore a resemblance to [[Davy Jones]] and might attract young girls to the show. Based upon the ratings, this never seemed to materialize.
[[Category: Star Trek]]
The role of Chekov was played by Walter Koenig. He was chosen because the creators thought he bore a resemblance to [[Davy Jones]] and might attract young girls to the show. Based upon the ratings, this never seemed to materialize.
[[Category: Star Trek]]