“My favorite photo of Dad and Nichelle Nichols on set,”He Write. “The importance of Nichelle’s legacy cannot be over-emphasized. She was much loved and will be missed.”
Koenig William Shatner, who played Captain James T. Kirk, are the only surviving members of the originalStar Trek. Nichelle’s passing has not been commented upon by either of them.
Nichelle was among the first Black actors to appear in a major television role. She and William also broke a cultural barrier when they engaged in American TV’s first interracial kiss, on a 1968 episode ofStar Trek.
George is not the only one.Celia Rose GoodingUhura is played by, in the Paramount+ series Star Trek: Strange New WorldsFollowing the news of Nichelle’s death, he also paid tribute.
“She made room for so many of us,”She Tweet. “She was the reminder that not only can we reach the stars, but our influence is essential to their survival. Forget shaking the table, she built it! #RIPNichelleNichols”
You can see more tributes for Nichelle here:
Melissa C. NaviaErica Ortegas’s role is played by. Star Trek: Strange New Worlds: “Nichelle Nichols…Her light will keep shining. Brighter & stronger than ever. All the rest to her now and peace to her family. Cannot wait for the celebration of her life that is to come and all the stories that those who knew her best will share.”
Wilson CruzHugh Culber’s role is played by. Star Trek: Discovery: “Before we understood how much #RepresentationMatters #NichelleNichols modeled it for us. With her very presence & her grace she shone a light on who we as people of color are & inspired us to reach for our potential. Rest well glittering diamond in the sky.”
Tawny NewsomeBeckett Mariner’s voice is that of. Star Trek: Lower Decks: “Thank you for giving so many of us a place in the universe. #NichelleNichols.”
Kate MulgrewShe was Captain Kathryn Janeway’s wife.Star TrekThe first female captain of the United States,Star Trek: Voyager: “Nichelle Nichols was The First. She was a trailblazer who navigated a very challenging trail with grit, grace, and a gorgeous fire we are not likely to see again. May she Rest In Peace. #NichelleNichols”
Lynda CarterStar of the 1970s TV Show,.Wonder Woman: “Many actors become stars, but few stars can move a nation. Nichelle Nichols showed us the extraordinary power of Black women and paved the way for a better future for all women in media. Thank you, Nichelle. We will miss you.”
Nana VisitorKira Nerys was played by.Star Trek: Deep Space Nine: “Rest In Peace Nichelle.”
Marina SirtisShe was the Counselor Deanna Troi. Star Trek: The Next GenerationIts movies: “RIP @NichelleIsUhura. You led the way and opened the door for the rest of us who followed in your wake. We will be forever grateful. My heart is broken.”