Birthdate: December 28, 1932
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Robbins, Illinois, United States
Died: July 30, 2022
Nichelle Nichols was a versatile performer known for her iconic role as Uhura in Star Trek and its film sequels. She started as a dancer, singer, and model before making a successful transition to acting, with appearances on stage, television, and in movies. Nichols dedicated nearly four decades to supporting NASA’s initiatives and advocating for diversity in astronaut recruitment, playing a key role in bringing in the first female and ethnic minority astronauts.
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