When the fourthStar Trekfilm arrives in theaters, it will do so without Pavel Chekov.

I would say theres no replacing him.

I cant possibly imagine that, and I think Anton deserves better,Abrams said.

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Yelchin died in June after being crushed by his car in front of his home.

But only by years,he added.

He was as wise and clever and intellectually curious as anyone we ever knew.

His laugh was preposterous you couldnt hear it and not laugh yourself.

He was funny, edgy, wild and talented beyond measure.

His focus and dedication was admirable, as was his love of family, friends, literature and music.

Hes an irreplaceable person, and the kindest person.