Zoe Saldaña avoided Star Trek’s original series to craft a unique Uhura, earning Nichelle Nichols’ approval and redefining ...

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was instrumental in ensuring that Nichelle Nichols as Lieutenant Uhura stayed on Star Trek: The Original Series.

Even before it has a home on the Mall, the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum is sharing stories of overlooked pioneers ...

Civil rights activist and stealth Trekker Martin Luther King Jr. had an intense conversation with one of the show's main cast members in order to keep the series intact.

In the 1920s and ’30s, Chicago was home for the burgeoning Black aviation community, a place of opportunity central to Black ...

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Nichelle Nichols' role on 'Star Trek' had a significant impact on her life — and the lives of many others. Credit: Mike Marsland / WireImage Trailblazing actor Nichelle Nichols, best known for ...

Uhura on ‘Star Trek.’ Nichols died last month at 89. Nichelle Nichols has died. She was 89. The iconic actress was known for her groundbreaking performance as Lt. Uhura on ‘Star Trek.’ ...

George Takei leads tributes to Star Trek legend Nichelle Nichols after actress' death ...