2002 he published a book of photographs entitled The Shekhina Project,

"Well, l've aIways had a thing for animals and I once worked in one to support myself between roles. And I like the kind of people that shop in pet stores."

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Leonard Nimoy will forever be associated with the character of Mr Spock, and whilst there are lots on record that we already know about this Star Trek legend, I thought I'd offer a few lesser known facts that might surprise you.1. Confusingly Leonard Nimoy has written two autobiographies. One entitled, the other- make your mind up!2. Nimoy has also had several books of poetry published, including the titlesand3. Nimoy is an accomplished photographer, and has been interested in photography as an art form since the age of 13. Inand his work has appeared at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art.4. In 1963 Nimoy appeared in an episode ofwritten by none other than Gene Roddenberry. It also featured the writers future wife, and Nimoy'sco-star, Majel Barrett.5. Leonard Nimoy had actually appeared on screen with William Shatner prior to. Check out this clip from the 1964 episode ofentitled...6. Once during filming of, Nimoy needed emergency dental treatment. He headed to the hastily arranged appointment in full costume including Spock's trademark ears.7. In 1969 afterwas cancelled Nimoy purchased a Pet Store! When asked why, he responded:8. In 2008 Nimoy donated $2300 to Barrack Obama's election campaign fund.9. Nimoy is no stranger to the director's chair, as well as stepping behind the camera for bothand, he also directed an episode of Shatner's small screen seriesand the 1987 hit comedyNimoy also came very close to directing a movie version of Doctor Who in the 1990s . Funding was in place and a screenplay had been written by Denny Martin Flinn, the co-writer of Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country. Alan Rickman was set to star as the Doctor, and although it never went ahead just the thought of Nimoy linking the Star Trek and Doctor Who universe has me excited with what could've been. ( you can find out more about that here 10. Unlike William Shatner who couldn't hold a tune in a bucket, Nimoycarry a note. He has released five albums (including the wonderfully titled) and several compilations. Check out his version of Proud Mary......and if you really want a treat then press play on this video for The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins...