‘Star Trek’: Why Leonard Nimoy Thought Spock Needed a Smarter Way to Fight

Created by Gene Roddenberry, Star Trek was not just about a starship visiting various alien planets; it frequently explored profound ideas regarding humanity, society, and the potential of the future. At the heart of the series were unforgettable characters like the adventurous Captain Kirk (William Shatner), the passionate Dr. McCoy (DeForest Kelley), and, of course, the logical and fascinating Mr. Spock (Leonard Nimoy).

Speaking of Spock, one of the coolest elements of the character was his signature move: the Vulcan nerve pinch. Interestingly, the story behind the origins of that incapacitating maneuver is that much like the Vulcan salute, it came directly from the actor who portrayed him, Leonard Nimoy.