Nichelle Nichols

TV Actress

Birthday December 28, 1932

Birth Sign Capricorn

Birthplace Robbins, IL

DEATH DATE Jul 30, 2022 (89)

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About

African-American actress who played Lt. Uhura on the television series Star Trek. She appeared in the TV show from 1966 until 1969. She reprised her role later in multiple Star Trek movies. 

Before Fame

She made her acting debut in the short-lived musical, Kicks and Co.

Trivia

Before flying on the USS Enterprise, she sang with Duke Ellington and Lionel Hampton. She amassed over 60 on-screen acting roles throughout her long career. 

Family Life

She married Foster Johnson in 1951, and the couple had a son named Kyle.

Associated With

She sang with Duke Ellington before she started acting.

Video

Nichelle Nichols Highlights
Nichelle Nichols Highlights