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Simon Pegg wants ashes fired into space
Published Tuesday, Mar 11 2008, 10:38 GMT | By Alex Fletcher | 2 comments
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Pegg is following in Doohan's footsteps by playing the character Scotty in the 11th film from the sci-fi franchise, but revealed he also wants to match his predecessor's unusual final request.
The Hot Fuzz actor said: "At my funeral anything will go dress-wise. Don’t feel a need to wear black. And I’d have 'Tomorrow Never Knows' by the Beatles playing. It’ll get everyone a bit psychedelic - waving their hands in the air.
"And James Doohan, who played the original Scotty, was fired into space so I’ll have to do that with my ashes too."
The comedian is currently taking a break from filming the Star Trek prequel, which also stars Eric Bana, Zachary Quinto and Leonard Nimoy. The film is directed by Lost and Cloverfield creator JJ Abrams.
Speaking about the movie, Pegg said: "I just got back from LA filming Star Trek and then I’m going back out there in a couple of weeks to film the rest of it.
"It’s a dream role and amazing fun to be Scotty in Star Trek and see it all unfolding. I think it will be amazing.
"JJ Abrams is directing and he’s a wonderful man. He’s so committed to it being a proper Star Trek movie. It’s so faithful and so on the money that the fans are going to be very happy."
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M Mouse, The Midlands, on March 11th, 2008
A good idea, tommorrow would be a good choice
A good idea, tommorrow would be a good choice
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Fortunately, I had the privilege of meeting Mr. Pegg. on the set back in February. Watching him play the part of Scotty was a real gift and something that I will never forget. Simon says that he will play the part as a tribute to my Father and after seeing him in action, I must say that my Father would be proud to pass the torch to such a fine actor. Simon did a great job and we are honored that he is filling my father’s space boots.