Zoe Saldaña avoided Star Trek’s original series to craft a unique Uhura, earning Nichelle Nichols’ approval and redefining ...

Zoe Saldana revitalized the character of Lieutenant Uhura in the Star Trek reboot, giving her a backstory and a first name. Saldana's strong-willed portrayal of Uhura made her a fan favorite ...

Uhura’s role elevated, showcasing all of Uhura’s talents and abilities. I’m surprised we didn’t know (since 1963, TOS) Lt. Uhura’s first name until Spock called her “Nyota” in an ...

From its very beginning, Star Trek has been about moving forward with boundaries—not just in the genre of sci-fi but in real-world depiction as well.

Nyota Uhura in the original Star Trek series, died on Saturday due to heart failure. Fans, friends, colleagues, and admirers are all paying tribute to the groundbreaking performer, who inspired ...

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was instrumental in ensuring that Nichelle Nichols as Lieutenant Uhura stayed on Star Trek: The Original Series.