Zoe Saldaña tributes ‘Star Trek’s Nichelle Nichols after she dies at the age of 89
us.hola.comZoe Saldaña is mourning the sad passing of legendary Star Trek star Nichelle Nichols. Saldaña took to social media to share sweet words about Nichols, who died at the age of 89 on Jul 30, 2022.Considered a groundbreaker, Nichelle Nichols was the first actor to play the role of Lieutenant Nyota Uhura in the classic ‘60s sci-fi TV series.
Decades later, Saldaña followed Nichols’ steps, and in 2009, she portrayed Uhura in the Star Trek reboot and all the two follow-up installments.“I’m saddened to learn of Nichelle Nichols‘ passing,” the 44-year-old Dominican star wrote. “We have lost a true star- a unique artist who was ahead of her time always.
She’s an icon, an activist, and most importantly, an amazing woman- who blazed a trail that has shown so many how to see women of color in a different light.
Her strive for equality was unwavering.” “Meeting Nichelle was truly a very special moment in my life,” Saldaña continued. “Her energy was infectious every time I was in her presence.
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