Yahoo News Stars across the galaxy mourn 'trailblazing, incomparable' Nichelle Nichols: 'My heart is heavy'
Nichelle Nichols, the legendary Lt. Nyota Uhura on the original Stark Trek series, has passed away, prompting a flood of social media reactions memorializing the groundbreaking actress.
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George Takei, who co-starred with Nichols on Star Trek, tweeted that he would have more to say about his U.S.S. Enterprise shipmate, but, he added, "For today, my heart is heavy, my eyes shining like the stars you now rest among, my dearest friend."
He then shared a heartwarming picture of the two of them with the caption, "We lived long and prospered together."
We lived long and prospered together. pic.twitter.com/MgLjOeZ98X
— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) July 31, 2022
J.J. Abrams, director of the 2009 Star Trek reboot film, called Nichols a "remarkable woman in a remarkable role."
A remarkable woman in a remarkable role. Nichelle, you will be deeply missed. Sending much love and respect. pic.twitter.com/ZRnMblXx0Z
— JJ Abrams (@jjabrams) July 31, 2022
The official Star Trek Twitter account paid tribute to Nichols, noting that she will be "deeply missed."
We’re deeply saddened to report the passing of Nichelle Nichols - a trailblazer, an inspiration, and so much more. She will be deeply missed. https://t.co/iBwyOPaxTP
— Star Trek (@StarTrek) July 31, 2022
Wilson Cruz, who plays one half of the final frontier's first gay couple on Star Trek Discovery, applauded Nichols' "grace" and inspiration. "Before we understood how much #RepresentationMatters #NichelleNichols modeled it for us," he wrote. "With her very presence & her grace she shone a light on who we as people of color are & inspired us to reach for our potential."
Before we understood how much #RepresentationMatters #NichelleNichols modeled it for us. With her very presence & her grace she shone a light on who we as people of color are & inspired us to reach for our potential. Rest well glittering diamond in the sky https://t.co/DmeLFbg825
— Wilson Cruz (@wcruz73) July 31, 2022
Rest in power, icon. #NichelleNichols #Uhura #RIP https://t.co/pNgTh9yywr
— Anthony Rapp SAG-AFTRA National Board Member (@albinokid) July 31, 2022
Many actors become stars, but few stars can move a nation. Nichelle Nichols showed us the extraordinary power of Black women and paved the way for a better future for all women in media. Thank you, Nichelle. We will miss you. pic.twitter.com/KhUf4YM6pX
— Lynda Carter (@RealLyndaCarter) July 31, 2022
Nichelle Nichols was The First. She was a trailblazer who navigated a very challenging trail with grit, grace, and a gorgeous fire we are not likely to see again.
May she Rest In Peace. #NichelleNichols pic.twitter.com/DONSz6IV2b— Kate Mulgrew (@TheKateMulgrew) July 31, 2022
RIP to a true legend. Her legacy will live forever.#NichelleNichols
— Jeri Ryan (@JeriLRyan) July 31, 2022
Before Scotty beamed up , Before Spock threw Vulcan signs, Before Kirk told Sulu take it to Warp Factor 9 .. Sis Uhura.. Nichelle Nichols was gonna have that hair tight , skirt right and earrings dangling BEFORE she was dealing with outer space.. 🙏🏿 pic.twitter.com/bWPR3LJwTQ
— Chuck D (@MrChuckD) July 31, 2022
RIP #nichellenichols You were a beautiful pioneer on Earth as you were in space. xo ✨ pic.twitter.com/qhZ5tujAXs
— Kim Cattrall (@KimCattrall) July 31, 2022
In honor of @NichelleIsUhura who passed today at the age of 89 and was an icon - a beacon of light and hope for so many black people. She brought us hope. We love you. Rest in Power. #nichellenichols #uhura pic.twitter.com/p1UnzfFmQt
— Honey Mahogany (@honeymahogany) July 31, 2022
RIP #NichelleNichols. You opened doors for a whole lotta people. ❤️ https://t.co/F1PS9iirGm
— Garret Dillahunt (@garretdillahunt) July 31, 2022
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