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Apart from the show, she was also in Gunsmoke, Magnum P.I., Charlie’s Angels, and more. Born to a Romani mother and a Vietnamese mother, she modeled and worked as a seamstress. A magazine photographer discovered her, which led to her big break. She started acting in 1958. She has married twice and pursued a degree in psychology, using her knowledge to help abused children and women. In 1989, she even brought home the Woman of the Year Award for her efforts!
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Nichelle Nichols as Lt. Uhura
Over the years, we have seen Nichelle Nichols play Lt. Uhura in a couple of movies in the series. Her portrayal was considered groundbreaking in several ways. She was one of the first black ladies to play a big TV role, for one thing. Aside from that, she was also the first character that had an interracial display of affection with Kirk! Uhura even became a commander in Star Trek III.
Nichelle Nichols As Lt. Uhura
