'Star Trek: Discovery' actor Kenneth Mitchell breathes his last at 49
Kenneth Mitchell portrayed the role of Klingons Kol, Kol-Sha, Tenavik and Aurelio on 'Star Trek: Discovery'
Kenneth Mitchell who was best known for his roles in Star Trek: Discovery, died on Saturday, after a five-year battle with ALS at the age of 49.
According to the statement released by his family on Instagram, stated, “With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kenneth Alexander Mitchell, beloved father, husband, brother, uncle, son and dear friend.”
The statement further reads, “Ken was widely known as an actor in many films and television shows. He’s portrayed an Olympic hopeful, an apocalypse survivor, an astronaut, a superhero’s dad, and four unique Star Trekkers.”
Mitchell was born on November 24, 1974, in Toronto, Canada, and is survived by his wife Susan and two children, Lilah and Kallum.
For his health challenges, the family noted that “for five and a half years Ken faced a series of awful challenges from ALS.”
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On the saddening news of his demise, the Star Trek world also paid tribute to Mitchell as they shared they are “deeply saddened” at his loss.
“The entire Star Trek family sends their condolences to Mitchell’s family, friends, loved ones, and fans around the world.”
For the unversed, he portrayed the role of Klingons Kol, Kol-Sha, Tenavik and Aurelio on Star Trek: Discovery, and also voiced several characters in an episode of Star Trek: Lower Decks, per the Star Trek website.
