Nichelle Nichols, Uhura in ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 89

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Nichelle Nichols, Uhura in ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 89

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/tv/news/niche ... smsnnews11
Nichelle Nichols, who portrayed communications officer Uhura on the original “Star Trek” series, died Saturday night in Silver City, N.M. She was 89 years old.

Nichols’ death was confirmed by Gilbert Bell, her talent manager and business partner of 15 years.
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Wow! That's is so sad. She was truly a pioneer of her time.

I've added a what's new to the main site. I can't do her the justice that Graham would have achieved, but at least I've marked her passing.
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A beautiful, shining light. A true pioneer and trailblazer. She'll be missed. :(
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Wow. Rip.

Down to Kirk, Sulu and Chekov.

Actually surprised Shatner is still around tbh.
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