Mike the Usurper wrote:

In 1973, he complained to his dentist, who advised him: "Jimmy, you're going to be Scotty long after you're dead. If I were you, I'd go with the flow."

"I took his advice," said Doohan, "and since then everything's been just lovely."

No line, his is the best.

What a cool guy. From the army to drama school to Star Trek with a manufactured Scottish accent. I like this part of the article best:

He accused Shatner of hogging the camera, adding: "I like Captain Kirk, but I sure don't like Bill. He's so insecure that all he can think about is himself."

If that doesn't just figure...I'll bet his self-esteem is far worse off now since signing on to do those Priceline.com commercials.

-janelane, culturally

RE: 'Star Trek' Star James Doohan Dies