William Shatner remember his 'Star Trek' costar Nichelle Nichols: 'She was a beautiful woman and played an admirable character that did so much for redefining social issues both here in the U.S. and throughout the world.'
. The actress, who portrayed the capable and commanding Enterprise crew member Nyota Uhura, died Saturday night at the age of 89. Nichols portrayed Uhura across the original series and the first six “Trek” films. She also voiced the character in “Star Trek: The Animated Series.”
Nichols’ “Star Trek” costar George Takei, who portrayed Hikaru Sulu across the original series and films, was one of the first voices to pay tribute to the actress. I shall have more to say about the trailblazing, incomparable Nichelle Nichols, who shared the bridge with us as Lt. Uhura of the USS Enterprise, and who passed today at age 89. For today, my heart is heavy, my eyes shining like the stars you now rest among, my dearest friend.“Star Trek” star William Shatner, who Nichols shared one of the first interracial kisses on television with, also voiced his condolences.
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