Uhura on the original “Star Trek” television series, has died at the age of 89. Her son Kyle Johnson said Nichols died Saturday in Silver City, New Mexico. “Last night, my mother ...

While Nichols and Takei ultimately reprised their roles for "Star Trek: The Animated Series ... George and I were getting the ...

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The Original Serieswas provocative by design. Gene Roddenberry created the show to tackle social and moral issues that ...

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Gene Roddenberry got validation from one of the most important figures at the time when they convinced this actor to stay ...

Uhura on ‘Star Trek.’ Nichols died last month at 89. Nichelle Nichols has died. She was 89. The iconic actress was known for her groundbreaking performance as Lt. Uhura on ‘Star Trek.’ ...

L: The Shuttle Enterprise with 'Star Trek' cast. From L-R ... McCoy), George Takei (Mr. Sulu), James Doohan (Mr. Scott), Nichelle Nichols (Lt. Uhura), Leonard Nimoy (the indefatigable Mr. Spock ...

When the opportunity of a role on Broadway was offered to Star Trek star Nichelle Nichols, she was ready to quit playing Lieutenant Uhura. Her decision to stay came at the insistence of civil ...

Best known for her groundbreaking role as Lt. Uhura from the original Star Trek series and films, Nichols originates from Robbins, Illinois. She started her professional career as a dancer and ...

George Takei leads tributes to Star Trek legend Nichelle Nichols after actress' death ...