Keep Up With The Iconic Women Of The Star Trek Franchise

Published on 02/18/2021
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Yvonne Craig as Marta

In the ‘60s, Yvonne Craig was considered a household name. She played the green-skinned Marta in “Whom Gods Destroy” on the show. Her character was a gorgeous but clueless woman with an unstable mind. She tried to seduce Kirk, but she was not his type. She ended up pulling a knife on him after her attempts did not bear fruit. It was an iconic character, no doubt about that!

Yvonne Craig As Marta

Yvonne Craig As Marta

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Yvonne Craig

A ballerina dancer, she ended up moving from Ohio to Los Angeles to pursue dance. In the end, she found herself in the acting industry! She is best known for her portrayal of Batgirl in the ’60s ABC shows Batman. The New York Times and The Huffington Post approved of her performance. After some time, she left Hollywood to work as a real estate broker. She was also an activist who is passionate about philanthropy, women’s health, and unions. Sadly, the actress died of cancer at the age of 78.

Kate Beckinsale

Kate Beckinsale

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