The characters on the tv show big bang theory sheldon and Leonard were named for legendary who is he?

The characters Sheldon and Leonard on The Big Bang Theory were named after Leonard Nimoy and Sheldon Leonard, both legendary figures in the entertainment industry.

* Leonard Nimoy was the actor who played Mr. Spock on the original Star Trek series, a character known for his logic and intellectualism.

* Sheldon Leonard was a successful television producer who worked on shows like "I Love Lucy" and "The Dick Van Dyke Show."

The creators of The Big Bang Theory chose these names as a tribute to these influential figures in the world of science fiction and television.