Captain," but what many people overlook is that Nichelle was not only
the first African American woman cast in the role as a communications
officer, but she took part in the first interracial kiss that was aired on
television.
During her three years stint with Star Trek, Nichelle continued to work
actively as a political activist. She credits her decision to stay in the role
to a conversation she had with Martin Luther King Jr. Had it not been
for his words of encouragement, her time with Trek may have been
short, and those of us who were encouraged by her presence may not
have been inspired to reach beyond our own expectations.
continued to work actively in her career,
as well as with NASA as a spokesperson/recruiter.
Her participation in the civil rights movement never waned during
her time away from Trek.
and better with each passing year! Not only is she eloquent, but
she is a very kind, generous and elegant lady!
Never one to stay idle, Nichelle has written several books. Her
latest, Saturn's Quest can be purchased at her web site:
www.uhura.com.
