A sad day for fans of Star Trek. Rest in Peace, Ms. Nichols.
Nichelle Nichols, Uhura in ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 89
Nichelle Nichols, Uhura in ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 89
Nichelle Nichols, who portrayed communications officer Uhura on the original “Star Trek” series, died Saturday night in Silver City, N.M. She was 89 years old.
Nichols’ death was confirmed by Gilbert Bell, her talent manager and business partner of 15 years.