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"Star Trek" star Anton Yelchin died Sunday morning at the age of 27, following a freak accident outside his Los Angeles home.
According to TMZ, the actor was found pinned between his own car and a brick mailbox pillar.
Aside from his role as Pavel Chekhov in the 2009 "Star Trek" reboot, "Star Trek Into Darkness" and the upcoming "Star Trek Beyond" -- which will be released July 22 -- the young star was also known for his work in "Alpha Dog," "Terminator: Salvation" and the "Fright Night" remake.
As news of his tragic death hits Hollywood, Yelchin's former costars, friends and fans have taken to social media to share their memories and condolences. Read them below.
Devastated by our friend's loss. We are mourning his passing and celebrating the beautiful spirit that he was. #RIPAnton
@zoesaldana
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I can't believe it , I m fckn hurting bad !
@KarlUrban
I loved Anton Yelchin so much. He was a true artist - curious, beautiful, courageous. He was a great pal and a great son. I'm in ruins.
@JohnTheCho
Please send your love to Anton's family right now. They need it.
@JohnTheCho
Still in shock. Rest in peace, Anton. Your passion and enthusiasm will live on with everyone that had the pleasure of knowing you.
@trailingjohnson
Anton Yelchin was a bright, brilliant talent, and a truly kind person. I was so taken by him, and won't ever forget his sweet smile. RIP
@oliviawilde
Devastated to hear about the brilliant Anton Yelchin. He was thoughtful, kind, and gifted. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
@ChrisEvans
My condolences to all who lost Anton Yelchin. He was a great talent and it remains joy to watch his work.
@GabbySidibe
Anton Yelchin was one of my best friends. Can't say anything that conveys what this feels like
@OfficialKat
Rest in peace, Anton Yelchin. If any of us survive 2016, it will be a goddamn miracle.
@robinlordtaylor
This is unreal. Anton Yelchin is such a talent. Such a huge loss.
@AnnaKendrick47
Woke up today to find out my friend Anton Yelchin passed. What an incredible talent and all around amazing man. This sucks 💔
@AlannaMasterson
Just heard about #AntonYelchin what a great talent and good young man. Gone far too soon... #GodBless Terrible loss. You I'll be missed.
@ChadMMurray
The sweetest, most humble, delightful, talented guy you'd ever meet. Worked together for about a year. Shocked. https://t.co/uyg2NlmhqP
@RealGDT
Anton Yelchin has always been one of my favorite actors. I've seen every movie. This is awful. Im so sorry for his family & friends.
@druidDUDE
RIP Anton Yelchin. I had the pleasure of meeting this gifted young man on the set of House of D. Such a loss. Condolences to friends/family.
@TheOrlandoJones
Anton was ("was" fucking hell) a brilliant, shining human with a lovely soul. Rest in peace, bud.
@BaruchelNDG
Just heard the awful news of Anton Yelchin's death. my love goes out to his family and friends at this time of sudden loss.
@SleepintheGardn
Crestfallen to hear the news of Anton Yelchin. He was a superb actor and I always looked forward to the work he did. He will be missed.💐
@DarrenCriss
So disturbing to lose the enormously talented Anton Yelchin. We have lost a truly great actor.
@EnverGjokaj
Terrible news about Anton Yelchin, crazily talented actor gone too soon.
@StephenKing
Super saddened to hear about Anton Yelchin, never met him, didn't know him, but I loved his work, his choices were artistic and curious.
@RobertKazinsky
RIP Anton Yelchin. You will be missed. 🙏🏻
@maxjoseph
Incredibly sad to hear about Anton.. I really admired him. #rip
@RestingPlatypus
Any young actor who wants to see someone doing it for real watch anything Anton Yelchin ever did..... Fabulous actor who will be missed.
@TheCharlieWeber
I looked up to Anton Yelchin for my entire career, since first seeing Hearts In Atlantis. Always heard great things about working with him.
@cameronmonaghan
So sad to hear about Anton Yelchin. I was a HUGE fan. Terrible news. RIP
@LoganLerman
I'm so sad to hear about the sudden passing of Anton Yelchin. So tragic. May he rest in peace. My prayers are with his family.
@IamLaceyChabert
Such sad news about Anton Yelchin. I only admired from afar, but a true artist and a real star in my eyes. Such a loss. Such a tragic loss.
@samclaflin
Anton Yelchin just died in a car wreck. So damn sad. I met him and his Mom on a plane once. They were very sweet. https://t.co/OtkoO4HisG
@ThatKevinSmith
I am utterly heartbroken about this terrible news. Anton Yelchin was a gift to this world. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
@aaronpaul_8
Not only were you a beyond talented actor, one I looked up to and respected, but you by all accounts were a good man.
@EmbryEthan
What an incredible loss of such a unique vibrant light. I'm thankful to have had you in my life.… https://t.co/Mf4iJ1GFzG
@AshleyMGreene
