Pioneering ‘Star Trek’ actress Nichelle Nichols has died aged 89.
Her role as lieutenant Nyota Uhura on the bridge of the show’s starship was a seen as a groundbreaking representation of black Americans in Hollywood.
“Her light however, like the ancient galaxies now being seen for the first time, will remain for us and future generations to enjoy, learn from, and draw inspiration.Nichelle rose to fame when she was cast for 1966’s ‘Star Trek’ as its ship’s communications officer. It later culminated in one of the first on-screen kisses between a white actor, William Shatner, and a black co-star.
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