I believe you are confusing Star Wars with Star Trek. BBT has numerous referrals to Start Trek. The obsession and indirect similarity of Sheldon with Spock (L.

I believe you are confusing Star Wars with Star Trek. BBT has numerous referrals to Start Trek. The obsession and indirect similarity of Sheldon with Spock (L. Nimoy) is a recurring theme of the TV series as far as I recall. Haven't seen the last season though.