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Nichelle Nichols

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Nichelle Nichols

Nichelle Nichols

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Nichelle Nichols

Date of Birth: December 28, 1932
Date of Passing: July 30, 2022
Birthplace: Robbins, Illinois
Obituary: The Hollywood Reporter

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Nichelle Nichols was an American actress, singer, and dancer best known for her portrayal of Nyota Uhura in Star Trek (The Original Series), and its film sequels. Nichols' portrayal of Uhura was ground-breaking for African American actresses on American television. From 1977 until 2015, Nichols volunteered her time to promote NASA's programs, and to recruit diverse astronauts, including women and ethnic minorities.

Nichelle Nichols was an American actress, singer, and dancer best known for her portrayal of Nyota Uhura in Star Trek (The Original Series), and its film sequels. Nichols' portrayal of Uhura was ground-breaking for African American actresses on American television. From 1977 until 2015, Nichols volunteered her time to promote NASA's programs, and to recruit diverse astronauts, including women and ethnic minorities.

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