Leonard Nimoy is 'Dream Get' for "The Big Bang Theory" Fans

We've discussed it here in the past. You've discussed it everywhere else. Now, Bill Prady is discussing a Leonard Nimoy appearance on "The Big Bang Theory" with Entertainment Weekly. Prady plans to approach the famous Star Trek star with ideas for a cameo on the show.

"We'll probably make a general inquiry and if there's enough interest, we'll develop a story," Prady said.

Calling a Nimoy cameo the "dream get" for fans of "The Big Bang Theory," it's hard not to wonder if a tie-in with the now iconic "Nimoy Napkin" will be on the table. In arguably one of the most popular episodes during the show's history (season two's, "The Bath Item Gift Hypothesis"), Penny gave Sheldon a Christmas gift that neither he, nor many of us, have since forgotten--a napkin from the Cheesecake Factory, uniquely stained with DNA as wiped from Leonard Nimoy's mouth.

Pressing Prady for a clue as to a potential tie-in with the "Nimoy Napkin," EW asked if a cloned-Nimoy meeting with Sheldon Cooper could be on the table.

"I think [cloning Nimoy] is even beyond Sheldon's capabilities at this point, although I wouldn't underestimate him," responded Prady.

So, what are the chances Nimoy may even agree to a "The Big Bang Theory" cameo? While it's true that he turned down a season-two offer, Nimoy had been only vaguely aware of the show before "The Bath Item Gift Hypothesis" episode.

He was later asked to sign one of the Cheesecake Factory napkins for a charity auction and reportedly became quite excited at both the show and the episode's premise, however. Has he become a fan since then? Only Nimoy can say.

Even beyond, Nimoy is not absent from the actor's roll-call. He has made regular appearances as Dr. William Bell on "Fringe" and has lent his illustrious and recognizable voice to several other projects, including 2010's Star Trek Online and as narrator of 2005's popular game, Civilization IV.

Given the obvious desire for a Nimoy appearance, by both the show's producers and fans, it seems likely that he'll have to seriously consider the idea of a "The Big Bang Theory" cameo. Like you, we'll keep our fingers crossed.

Shakespeare, Sheldon Cooper, and One Chimpanzee

Since you accidentally surfed here you might suddenly be wondering what all this SheldonFan.com hubbub is about, so we're going to tell you.

(Don't leave yet--this is important stuff!)

Last week we bought a chimpanzee that, supposedly, could type out Shakespeare. We were a little skeptical but being what it was, we bought it anyway.

Turns out the chimp can't type Shakespeare. Feed him enough bananas, though, and he's a pigeonhole for articles fit to be posted on a Sheldon Cooper fan site. Way better than any Shakespeare ape. The poor guy who sold it to us didn't have a clue.

"So," we thought, "We've really got something here!"

Hence, the noble effort to honor the greatest thing on television since Spock's hijacking of the Enterprise begins now, with the launch of SheldonFan.com and the corresponding blog here, at SheldonFan.Blogspot.com.

Granted, what we have is just a meager start, but then, we've only got one chimpanzee. Give us a little time as we've got lots of bananas and a whole mess of ideas.

Meanwhile, feel free to peruse the articles and information we have regarding Sheldon and don't miss out on our first guides: Cooper Quality Practical Jokes and Learn Klingon in 24 Hours.

If Twitter is your thing, wander over to our "Sheldon Stalker" and you might be entertained for hours. Or not, but its worth a try.

We have other Sheldon stuff, too. Just look around!

Whatever the case, if you're looking to drink up an obsession over Sheldon Cooper we're going to try and fill your cup. After all, we're Sheldon fans too. Thanks for stopping by, we hope to see you around.