I can’t tell you how many people have told me she’s the reason they became… an astronaut, a scientist, a writer, a linguist, an engineer… it goes on and on. She’s the one who really opened my eyes to what ‘Star Trek’ is and can be. May she have a wonderful adventure to the final frontier.” - Jason Alexander, actor, on Twitter. Nichelle Nichols was a ground-breaker and a glorious ambassador for her show, her role and science all her life. “My love for the original Star Trek is profound. The heavens have gained an Uhura today.” - Colman Domingo, actor, on Twitter. “Nichelle Nichols told us that we belonged in outer space. May she forever dwell among the stars.” - Stacey Abrams, politician, on Twitter. Her kindness and bravery lit the path for many. “Godspeed to Nichelle Nichols, champion, warrior and tremendous actor. We will miss you.” - Lynda Carter, “Wonder Woman” star, on Twitter. Nichelle Nichols showed us the extraordinary power of Black women and paved the way for a better future for all women in media. “Many actors become stars, but few stars can move a nation.
“Our nation is forever indebted to inspiring artists like Nichelle Nichols, who show us a future where unity, dignity, and respect are cornerstones of every society.” – President Joe Biden, statement from the White House. Rest well glittering diamond in the sky.” - Wilson Cruz, “Star Trek: Discovery” actor, on Twitter. 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. “Before we understood how much #RepresentationMatters #NichelleNichols modeled it for us. May she Rest In Peace.” - Kate Mulgrew, “Star Trek: Voyager” cast member, on Twitter. She was a trailblazer who navigated a very challenging trail with grit, grace, and a gorgeous fire we are not likely to see again. Forget shaking the table, she built it.” - Celia Rose Gooding, who plays Uhura on “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,” on Twitter. She was the reminder that not only can we reach the stars, but our influence is essential to their survival. For today, my heart is heavy, my eyes shining like the stars you now rest among, my dearest friend.” - George Takei, Nichols’ “Star Trek” co-star who played Sulu, on Twitter. Uhura of the USS Enterprise, and who passed today at age 89. “I shall have more to say about the trailblazing, incomparable Nichelle Nichols, who shared the bridge with us as Lt. Abrams, who directed 2009’s “Star Trek” reboot and its 2013 follow-up “Star Trek Into Darkness,” on Twitter. “A remarkable woman in a remarkable role. Sending my love and condolences to her family.” - William Shatner, “Star Trek” co-star, via Twitter. She was a beautiful woman & played an admirable character that did so much for redefining social issues both here in the US & throughout the world. “I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Nichelle. Celia Rose Gooding, who plays Uhura on the current “Star Trek” wrote that, “She made room for so many of us. Her “Star Trek” co-star George Takei said he would have more to say soon but that his heart is heavy. Tributes from fellow actors poured in on social media Sunday. Uhura on the original “Star Trek” television series, and paved the way not just for future television actors of color but astronauts as well. Nichols broke barriers for Black women in Hollywood when she played communications officer Lt. Trailblazer was a word used by many to mourn the passing of actor Nichelle Nichols, who died Saturday at age 89.
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