Star Trek's Biggest Fan? Nichelle Nichols Remembers MLK, Jr.

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Actress Nichelle Nichols, who played the role of Lieutenant Uhura in the original Star Trek series, recalls a surprise visit from her biggest fan: Martin Luther King, Jr. Nichols describes how Dr. King approached her as she was considering leaving the show and convinced her to change her mind.
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Nichelle Nichols' most famous role is that of communications officer Lieutenant Uhura in "Star Trek," which she starred in until the series ended in 1969. Following the end of the original series, Nichols assisted NASA in recruiting females and minorities, including the first American female astronaut, Sally Ride. She is also a skilled songstress and dancer who toured with the Duke Ellington and Lionel Hampton bands.

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@kamdan2011 13 жыл бұрын

I remember first hearing this story when I was in 2nd grade on the William Shatner’s Star Trek Memories VHS. When we were learning about MLK, I recited the story to my teacher and class. When I finished, my teacher was flabbergasted that someone my age told that story and she and the class gave me a round of applause. It reminded me of Star Trek VI.

@m.jackson2609 Жыл бұрын

A trail blazer for Black actresses, a great dancer, singer, and actress. I love her role in Star Trek, and movie Truck Turner, RIP Ms. Nichols

@peterkin1010 11 жыл бұрын

Very true. Nichelle has retained her looks and he after all these years. I think she'd still be good for her original role and dressed in her original costume.

@Terri2799 13 жыл бұрын

I was amazed the first time i heard this story. Absolutely love her. I'am soo glad that she stayed.

@mfrances0503 13 жыл бұрын

She IS Nyota Uhura!!!! Wonderfull lady... I am yr greatest fan... and of Star Trek as a whole!! Live and prosper, Uhura!!!

@DoctorNibiru 12 жыл бұрын

All these years she is still beautiful

@FewL4no1 13 жыл бұрын

I originally heard this story on a Star Trek Documentary. I have to say, it gets better every time I hear it :)

@sheltv100 12 жыл бұрын

Her role was the first non-stereotypical role for a black woman. The first black actor to have a non-stereotypical role on TV was Bill Cosby on I-Spy.

@darkenlight22 13 жыл бұрын

Wow what a story.

@youdodat2 13 жыл бұрын

Thank You for staying my lady.

@nassor02 13 жыл бұрын

she is beautiful, I hope I age that well.

@johnclark8360 4 жыл бұрын

I Had A Crush On Her When I Was A 12 Year Old Kid! She Was, And Still Is So Beautiful, Inside And Out! She Is The Reason Why I Still Like Watching 'Star Trek'!♥️😍🌷🤓😎

@sevadaj 13 жыл бұрын

Nichelle Nichols is a great Lady! :-)

@9rexun1 13 жыл бұрын

Great story from a wonderful performer.

@Kiesel 13 жыл бұрын

@MustacheVerra when people think about something and get the right answer it is much more convincing than just telling them.

@chrisSo91 13 жыл бұрын

I wrote a song/made a video about this topic that won a music video contest at the Star Trek convention in Boston this summer. I think it's respectful, and also a little funny, but it gets the idea across. Check it out!

@ShreddaCheese 13 жыл бұрын

Dr. King was a Trekkie =D

@rockyoumentally 13 жыл бұрын

Mr King was right... again.

@charlyboy71 5 жыл бұрын

Since her memory is starting to go.. whoever is taking over her stuff better get it right... cause we will come together like a bunch of angry klingons if they don't..

@trwent 11 жыл бұрын

Sole? I think you mean SOUL. Unless she is a fish !!

@MustacheVerra 13 жыл бұрын

hahaha! Somebody made a phone call i guaranty you that. This was not a coincidence. What i don't understand is why Gene didn't tell her himself what he was "trying to do"...