Leonard Nimoy Hospitalized for Severe Chest Pains: Report

Leonard Nimoy, known for his role as Captain Spock in the "Star Trek" series, was hospitalized Thursday after complaining of severe chest pains, TMZ reported.

After a 911 call, the actor was transported to UCLA Medical Center, TMZ said.

Last year, Nimoy revealed that he had COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), and he has been in an out of hospitals frequently in recent months.

The Los Angeles Times reported that paramedics were dispatched to Nimoy’s home on Thursday, and one person was hospitalized, but officials wouldn’t confirm whether it was the 83-year-old actor.

Nimoy hasn’t commented about the incident. A message posted to his Twitter account on Sunday didn’t mention the event.

A life is like a garden. Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved, except in memory. LLAP

— Leonard Nimoy (@TheRealNimoy) February 23, 2015

Nimoy’s Twitter account frequently includes posts encouraging people to quit smoking, which Nimoy blames for his illness even though he quit smoking more than 30 years ago. His posts also often end with “LLAP,” which stands for live long and prosper, Captain Spock’s catchphrase.

Don't smoke. I did. Wish I never had. LLAP

— Leonard Nimoy (@TheRealNimoy) January 11, 2015

How good it feels to know some folks are quitting smoking because of tweets here !! Blessings and strength to you all. LLAP

— Leonard Nimoy (@TheRealNimoy) July 28, 2014

I quit smoking 30 yrs ago. Not soon enough. I have COPD. Grandpa says, quit now!! LLAP

— Leonard Nimoy (@TheRealNimoy) January 30, 2014

Well wishes for Nimoy spread on Twitter.

I am uplifted by the show of love & caring tweeted to my dear friend @TheRealNimoy. I join the chorus of well wishers for a quick recovery!

— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) February 23, 2015

Let's all send @TheRealNimoy our best "healing touch" http://t.co/No8Mhfv8Wy

— Larry Nemecek (@larrynemecek) February 23, 2015

Oh no! I hope Leonard Nimoy's okay! Here's us 15 years ago, working on a project together. Get well, @TheRealNimoy ! pic.twitter.com/TomPKYjnS6

— MariNaomi (@marinaomi) February 23, 2015

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