Spock facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Spock
Star Trek character
Leonard Nimoy as Spock
First appearance	Television: "The Man Trap" (1966) (The Original Series) Film: The Motion Picture (1979)
Last appearance	Television: "Ask Not" (2019) (Short Treks)
Created by	Gene Roddenberry
Portrayed by	Leonard Nimoy (1966–2013) Zachary Quinto (2009–present) Jacob Kogan (2009; young) Billy Simpson (1973; young) Carl Steven (1984; young) Vadia Potenza (1984; child) Stephen Manley (1984; young) Joe W. Davis (1984; young age 25) Liam Hughes (2019; child) Ethan Peck (Discovery and Short Treks)
Information
Species	Half-Vulcan (paternal) Half-human (maternal)
Affiliation	Starfleet Vulcan Government
Title	Lieutenant Lieutenant commander Commander Captain Ambassador
Family	Sarek (father) Amanda Grayson (mother) Skon (grandfather) Solkar (great-grandfather) Sybok (half-brother) Michael Burnham (adopted sister)
Position	USS Enterprise Second officer/Science officer Executive officer/Science officer commanding officer USS Enterprise-A Executive officer/Science officer Federation Ambassador-at-Large
Home	Vulcan

Spock is a very famous character from the Star Trek universe. People often call him Mr. Spock. He is known for being half Vulcan and half human. This mix gives him a unique personality. Spock first appeared in the TV show Star Trek: The Original Series in 1966. He then appeared in many Star Trek movies and other TV shows.

Who is Spock?

Spock is a highly intelligent and logical officer in Starfleet. He serves on the starship USS Enterprise. His Vulcan side makes him very logical and calm. His human side helps him understand emotions. This makes him a bridge between two different ways of thinking.

Spock's Family and Home

Spock's father is Sarek, a Vulcan ambassador. His mother is Amanda Grayson, a human teacher. He grew up on the planet Vulcan. Vulcans are known for their strong focus on logic and reason. Spock also has an adopted sister named Michael Burnham.

His Role in Starfleet

Spock held many important jobs on the USS Enterprise. He started as a science officer. This meant he studied planets, stars, and new life forms. He also became the executive officer, which is like a second-in-command. Later, he even commanded the ship himself. After his time on the Enterprise, Spock became an ambassador. He worked to bring peace between different planets.

The Vulcan Salute

One of Spock's most famous actions is the Vulcan salute. This is a hand gesture where the fingers are split between the middle and ring fingers. It looks like a "V" shape. Vulcans use it to say "Live long and prosper." It is a symbol of peace and good wishes.

Actors Who Played Spock

Many actors have brought Spock to life. The most famous actor was Leonard Nimoy. He played Spock for many years, from 1966 until 2013. Later, Zachary Quinto played a younger Spock in the newer Star Trek movies. Other actors like Ethan Peck have also played Spock in recent TV shows.

Images for kids

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  Spock at the console of a shuttlecraft on the USS Enterprise

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  Spock with Leila Kalomi

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  Spock with T'Pring

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  Ethan Peck portrays Spock in Star Trek: Discovery and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds

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  Nimoy as Spock in 1967

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  Quinto was cast as Spock for the 2009 Star Trek film and its two sequels.

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  A fan cosplaying as Spock in 2009

See also

In Spanish: Spock para niños