Zachary Quinto’s new show Brilliant Minds You guest-starred as Leonard Nimoy’s widow. Quinto is known to many for his portrayal of Spock Star Trek The films, directed by JJ Abrams and Justin Lin, gave a new look to the late Leonard Nimoy’s iconic character. But his breakout role was playing the villain Cyler on NBC’s superhero drama heroes. Quinto will be back with the network soon Brilliant Mindswhich premieres Monday, September 23 at 10 PM ET on NBC and streams on Peacock.
diversity Confirmation of the report Quinto that Leonard Nimoy’s widow, Susan, will guest star in an episode Brilliant Minds. In the excerpt below, Quinto candidly discusses his relationship and connection with Nimoy and looks back on playing Spock. D American Horror Story The alum also shared details about the role Susan will play, sharing her character Suffers from a condition that causes him to feel overly sexual:
One of the most wonderful, remarkable experiences of my career was playing Spock. The relationship I shared with Leonard Nimoy continues to this day. Because of Leonard, I became very close to his wife Susan.
She plays a woman who suffers from a condition that causes her to experience hypersexuality. So she’s an 80-year-old nymphomaniac. He did such a great job.
She was an actress 40 years ago. … I know him very well, and I know where he is in his life. He is 81 years old. He is one of the most lively open, curious people I have ever met.
What to know about Quinto’s new show
The medical drama has an impressive cast
Inspired by the late neurologist Oliver Sacks, the medical drama follows a neurologist named Oliver Wolfe (Quinto). Described as revolutionary and larger than life, Wolf and his team of interns dive into the minds of people as they struggle with their own relationships and mental health. Wolf is a brilliant, but eccentric doctor who tries to cure his patients in unconventional ways. It is the latest medical series to join NBC’s ranks with long-running Chicago Med and new mockumentary comedies St. Denis Medicalwhich will debut on November 12
Susan Bay Nimoy’s credits include playing Admiral Rollman in two episodes
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.
He is also a director.
With Quinto, the cast of Brilliant Minds Includes Tamberla Perry, Ashleigh Lathrop, Alexander McNicol, Ori Krebs. All Americansof Spence Moore II and American Horror Story with alum Teddy Sears also starring golden age Star Donna Murphy recurs as Oliver’s mother in flashbacks. The project, which comes from writer and executive producer Michael Grassi, is already amassing an impressive guest list in addition to Nimoy.
Reba Starring Steve Howe, homelandIts Mandy Patinkin and veteran Emmy-winning performer Andre D. Shields all guest star Brilliant Minds Season 1, which consisted of 13 episodes. But as stellar as the guest cast is, with Dee Shields also a Tony and Grammy winner, connecting with Nimoy and Star Trek This makes the latest casting news a standout.
Source: Diversity