Celebrities and 'Star Trek' co-stars react to the death of Anton Yelchin

The world was stunned this weekend when 27-year-old actor Anton Yelchin died in a car accident when his car rolled backwards and left him trapped. Almost immediately, tributes poured in from social media as co-stars and fellow actors and actresses.

As previously reported, Yelchin was found after worried friends went to his home when he did not arrive for a visit. A rep said his family has requested “privacy at this time.”

Since news of his death, celebrities and fellow Star Trek co-stars have poured onto social media to mourn the loss of a star taken too soon.

John Cho tweeted his condolences, saying “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.” He asked everyone to also send their thoughts and love out to his family.

Chris Evans also shared his condolences, calling Yelchin “thoughtful, kind and gifted.”

A piece of art was shared on Twitter, showing Yelchin being welcomed by Dr. Spock and other Star Trek actors who had passed away.

George Takei, who played Sulu in the original Star Trek series also posted saying the franchise “family has lost one of their own.”

Other Star Trek actors both from the original series and The Next Generation, also poured their hearts out over the loss of their beloved co-star.

A handwritten note from J.J. Abrams ended saying “You weren’t here nearly long enough.”

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