Star Trek icon Gregory Jein Dies at the age of 76
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Model designer Gregory Jein known for his work in Star Trek has passed away. He was best known for his miniature models that were used in films and series for special effects. While the talented designer passed away last month. The news of his demise came out much later. However, all who knew Jein has been left shocked over the news of his demise. But how did the designer die?
Read ahead to know more about designer Gregory Jein known for Star Trek passes away.
Star Trek icon Gregory Jein passes away
Gregory Jein aged 76 who was best known for his design work in the Star Trek franchise has left the world. Yes, Jein died of cardiac arrest while he was battling health issues including diabetes. He passed away last month on 22nd May.
Yet the news of his demise came much later this month. As per a spokesperson from their family of Jein, the news of his demise wasn’t out due to personal reasons. Meanwhile, his departure for the heavenly abode has left a big void in the entertainment industry.
A little about Gregory Jein
Gregory Jein was born in the year 1945 on 31st October. While he did his schooling at Audobon Junior High, Dorsey High School. His career began by making miniatures for using it via special effects in various series like Gordon Flesh. His massive break came from Close Encounters Of The Third Count. That was a science fiction film by Steven Spielberg.
One of his key works was the 1979 Star Trek film. Where he was having the work to design the planetary models for the project. For a long he was associated with the Star Trek franchise with his skills serving the need of the franchise.
Netizens pays tribute on Gregory Jein demise
While Gregory Jein and his design works have been a part of many important series. One of his iconic works came in the Star Trek franchise. Though now Jein is no more to serve them further.
However, all who had worked with him have extended their heartfelt condolences to his family of Jein. Meanwhile, netizens have been pouring tribute to Gregory Jein on social media. Sadly everyone will always miss the work of Jein, especially in the Star Trek franchise.
Hearing that legendary model maker Greg Jein has passed. His mind-blowing work on CE3K, STAR TREK TMP, 1941 (which features some of my favorite miniatures of his) — and many others — inspired me as a kid, leading me to believe that if you could dream it, you could build it. https://t.co/5ngCayrThA pic.twitter.com/ShHI0WibOu
— Charles de Lauzirika (@Lauzirika) June 28, 2022
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