Nichelle Nichols, Lt. Uhura on ‘Star Trek,’ has died at 89 (7/31/2022)

[@dbarnes0270]

Such a beautiful woman both inside and out. Rest easy Queen, this world is forever changed by your contribution. May your journey be peaceful.

[@MichaelSmith-cd5or]

Well said. Ms Nichols was light years ahead of the trash women have been manipulated into portraying these days

[@shellspatrice5525]

Dr. King was a REAL FAN!😂😂 “You can’t leave … you’re on a five-year mission”. I just became a huge fan of the original Star Trek, about fifteen years ago. She’s my favorite from that series. I always thought that they didn’t give her enough camera time in the beginning of the series but as the episodes went on she was seen more. R.I.P Queen! You definitely made a difference.

[@stevensprunger3422]

I know that story about Dr. King was amazing absolutely amazing

[@elizahhoward3923]

Amen to that

[@kathyboykin5335]

ikr. Dr. King left his imprint on her.

[@stevensprunger3422]

She was such a beautiful being

[@divinediva_]

I grew up watching her and loved seeing someone who looked like me on TV in such a way. Representation has always mattered.❤️

[@skip031890]

Sure, you did. 🙄

[@kamuangelel7943]

She was the only reason me and my ppl use to watch Star Trek

[@divinediva_]

@@skip031890 😘💅🏾

[@divinediva_]

@@kamuangelel7943 Same.

[@gregoryhunter753]

I just found out about Nichelle Nichols' passing. We lost another beautiful and legendary talent this year. May she go where ALL men has gone before. Rest In The Galaxies Above Miss Nichelle Nichols.

[@tom11zz884]

Rest In Power Mrs. Nichols. I love when she talked about Dr. King calling her and telling her that it was important for her to stay on Star Trek. because a lot of people don't know that she was going to quit after the 1st season I believe due to them not treating her good on the set. I'm glad she fought the good fight.

[@edeck889]

RIP to actress, author, and recruiter of NASA, Nichelle Nichols, she was not only talented, beautiful, but very tough as many mid western women are.

[@khalilminorel747]

We lost Nichelle and Bill Russell on the same weekend. Condolences to both their families & rip.

[@judithgrace9850]

My late husband was their driver. He said they were a wonderful crew I got to ride with him. When he picked up Leonard Nimoy in Milwaukee. David Atkins was my husband.

[@lindabatton5172]

Amazing. You and your husband were blessed to be amongst these icons.

[@JustK009]

A legend and gem of our community

[@tWz4462]

RIP 😢😢😢😢Has never changed.. she's just as she was.

[@QuintusNS]

One of the first women that impressed me when I was still a little kid in the Netherlands. Always a noble presence. The first one of the original crew that I knew by name. A great loss for earth, a great gain for heaven! Rest in peace, Queen...

[@Rescue162]

The more I think about it, the bigger this day is. In another interview, Nicholls related how Dr. King said than in Lt. Uhura, "white Americans saw black Americans as we should be seen every day". Yeah, she was a trailblazer, and all blacks that are portrayed in movies or TV as a person with a high-tech skills and knowledge can trace their roots to Lt. Uhura in Star Trek.

[@birdhead73]

The most beautiful woman to ever grace a television screen. Rest well my dear 🙏🏼

[@Lolafalana12]

This is where I get my name from. I couldn’t have wanted to be more like any other black woman as much as her and Lola Falana. RIP Queen👸🏾

[@kkampy4052]

RIP Uhura... I just read her autobiography a few month ago. Very interesting story.

[@021881mt]

An unsung actress and beauty IMO, I never heard enough about her. I have the complete original Star Trek series and also the movie Truck Turner staring Isaac Hayes which really showcased not only her acting skills and range but also her beauty. I love that generation of people.

[@4catsnow]

The talent she displayed molded her role into an integral part of not only the weekly series..but also big screen theater production. For that reason, the army of Trekkies out there will never forget her...RIP, Commander...

[@hassanburton669]

Remembered In Perfection (RIP) Beloved 👸🏾❤️. Strikingly Beautiful…Thank You For Keeping it Classy.

[@collinsk85]

Legendary Queen Status, RIP to the Great Nichelle Nichols ❤👑🏆🙏🏾🕊

[@shakeyras_beauty]

Rip beautiful angel

[@pfcwar5150]

Just learned of her performance in Truck Turner…. I watched it… Outstanding… She killed it

[@aarondigby9859]

She did magnificent role as a madame in the 1971 urban epic along Yaphet Kotto and Isaac Hayes. RIP Michelle, Yaphet and Isaac

[@kincamell2]

Heavy Gratitude . Much Love.

[@PatriciaRuthLewis]

RIP Lt. Uhura. Ms Nichols you were truly a trail blazer I admired you so much. Thank You for everything that you've done for "US" as Black women.

[@didoudingue1801]

GET UP! STAND UP FOR YOUR RIGHT! Thank you Nichelle! From France

[@kiki1965]

Your "mission" is now complete. Now go on beautiful soul. You're needed for your next assignment. 🦋🙏🏽🦋

[@coolnegative]

😔 Such an amazing woman! So beautiful and intelligent and brave! This world is dimmer for her loss.

[@battleaxe.]

A beautiful spirit and a beautiful person as well! R.I.P. Nichelle Nicholls (Lt. Uhura) 😪🙏🙏

[@mmafan3]

RIP legend and queen 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@donnac.3273]

RIP Queen🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@johnfort9753]

LONG LIVE THE QUEEN 👑 👑 👑 👑 REIGN IN POWER WITH THE ANCESTORS 👑 YU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN OR REPLACED

[@lmarchand8526]

I grew up wishing I were as beautiful and poised as her ST character... Later when I discovered the interesting and strong person behind the character, my admiration grew even more. I don't know what her vision of eternity was, but I will be imagining her every night in the sky among the stars. Rest in peace, Ms. Nichols.

[@axelazaryan]

RIP beloved queen

[@mochawitch]

She meant so much to us. 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@jimmiejackson8489]

I adored her in Truck Turner

[@2008mastif]

Those tight white slacks!!!

[@jeanninestruck5203]

Thank you so much for this great story! I'm so sad that Nichelle Nichols has left us and so grateful for everything she's given us.

[@sammyo534764]

RIP!!! Nichelle Nichols & deepest condolences 💐 2 her family… her legacy w/ lineage in the making 🫡🙏🏿

[@lisamarie0678]

So sad to hear of her passing. 😢😢😢

[@deeanderson0173]

Beautiful woman ❤️

[@terrancehall9762]

Queen and a legend

[@ElleBrOw]

Mary Alice 🥀 Nichelle Nicols 🥀 Bill Russell 🥀

[@heathertea2704]

Wasn't the biggest Star Trek fan as a kid, but couldn't Wait 2 see Mrs. Nichols come on screen on our Black & TV back in the day. 🤗

[@jamiesmith6838]

Watching Lt Uhura gave us all inclusion in the greater scheme of things. Thank you Mrs Nichols for making all things possible with your vital contributions to that reality. RIP🙏🌹

[@kimmiles4527]

A beautiful legend and you will be missed but never forgotten. Rest in peace Mrs. Nichelle Nichols.

[@praywithourfeet]

Rest in Power! What a beautiful & accomplished Queen! Soo thankful for what she lifted up in the world.❤️🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾

[@kismypencek6185]

Wow. Priceless moment of History indeed.

[@Broyale26]

RIP Queen

[@MsPhoenix99]

🕊Beautiful woman. 🕊

[@scottwatson8836]

Thank you for the wonderful years when you were on Star Trek Ms. Nichols. You gave us all a lot of great memories. May you Rest In Peace Ms. Nichols 🙏🏽 My sincere condolences goes out to the family, loved ones and friends🙏🏽

[@justynhunter9976]

She will be missed

[@slsmith9411]

Rip legendary Veterans 😍🙏🏽😭

[@melloLL4722]

She's free to travel all galaxies..journey on Ms. Nichols!🌹

[@dowardwashington9958]

😪 She is definitely a fallen icon, she will be missed.

[@afrotrooptv]

Every Sixties Schoolboy eyes locked on Uhura Starfleet Thighs! Sail on Sweet Black Angel Nichelle!

[@airwolfwwf]

My eyes was locked on her since high school I was born in 85 ... I always had a crush on her I didn't care how old she was always a beautiful person

[@mlfoxworth2247]

So sad to hear this. Such a beautiful lady and very classy.RIP

[@RoninAliNowOn]

Rest In Peace and Love

[@johnyoung4441]

My mother was named after her. I didn't know Mrs. Nichols passed away until she told me. Rest in peace Nichelle Nichols ❤️

[@SunnyIlha]

Oh my. I watched Nichelle Nichols every episode. Lt. Uhura. The Command Bridge.

[@megaoldskool76]

Thank you so much! What an Elegant woman. This is great!! May she RIP

[@AnnaE949]

Rip, such a talent

[@cali-zclassicTVreviews5722]

What a lovely woman with great history & legacy for our FBA community! RIP❤Queen Nichelle, never forgotten!

[@ychanan36]

My condolences 💐 Shalom/Peace Israelite family and much blessings

[@donttalktomeyoureannoying8736]

Damn she was amazingly beautiful as a senior citizen.

[@Capgpro1]

Just beautiful her entire life.

[@donttalktomeyoureannoying8736]

I’m saying!!! 😩💕💕💕

[@vanvarner7679]

Rest in Peace

[@eknoke01]

Class act.. her whole life and career.

[@nerdbamarich2063]

Rest in peace queen 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@kamuangelel7943]

She's a Super Duper Beautiful Lady. The only reason my and cousins use to watch Star Trek once they stop showing the original we stop watching. Rest in power 💯

[@jervishorton7372]

R.I.P to the 1st Black woman to travel through space

[@trwent]

All NASA facilities should fly their US flags at half staff for the next week to honor Nichelle, as she had a great influence in getting women and people of color interested in science and interested in becoming part of the space program.

[@kathyboykin5335]

They should!!!

[@aarondigby9859]

@@kathyboykin5335 she influenced the first black female that journeyed the space shuttle, a lady from Union SC, Ms Jaimeson

[@starcrib]

🇺🇸 "Iconoclast American Woman" 🇺🇸

[@evezazzle5974]

❤️👑What a gem. Wishing her family and friends comfort and kindness. RIP Beautiful Soul💐🥲🥺🕊️

[@karenlove3848]

🌹🦋

[@ladiemaez2595]

Thank you Nichelle Nichols. May she RIP.

[@jojones2500]

A Sweet Inspiration. RIP. 💐

[@cynthiasimpson7107]

Arora! That was our black queen whom we were proud of and who made us glad to watch the series Star Trek. It was a proud Era for us as kids. She inspired the hope for us as a race where there was none. RIP OUR Beautiful Brown Queen. May the heavens always smile apon the soul of our ARORA. blessings apon her family with prayer.💖❤

[@patriciagriffith7402]

Dropping like flies

[@mustardbadazz]

We know what it is

[@patriciagriffith7402]

@@mustardbadazz yes 🙌🏾

[@judithgrace9850]

I hate when they are killed from unborn to 65. Everyone should get their 70 years plus. Stop 🛑 killing each other.

[@patriciagriffith7402]

@@mustardbadazz Bill Russel too

[@donttalktomeyoureannoying8736]

she was 89… I wouldn’t exactly call that “dropping like flies”. She has lived a long, fulfilling life and was admired and relevant even when she became a senior.MAJORITY of celebrities can’t say that. She had cross generational fans from the conventions and memorabilia in her likeness. She did good !

[@mintedlamb5610]

This woman was easily 1 of my 1st crushes. Rest in peace lieutenant. X

[@AlbertaGeek]

Nichelle Nichols has beamed up for the last time. R.I.P.

[@theomegaman218]

In black countries I think Star Trek is named , “Lt. Uhura master of communications”

[@UNbowed62]

R.I.P. Starship Queen❤️ You’ve etched Forever Memories in our history & our Souls❤️ 🕊🥀🕊 ❤️

[@blackgold3508]

I love you Ms.Nichols! 💝💝❤

[@annettedicker2104]

How can anyone forget Nichelle Lt Uhure I think she was a very woundful actress she was funny and gutsy I will never forget Nichelle

[@claudettealexander-thomaso7234]

Rest in Power, Queen! Love is ALL♥️

[@batgirlp5561]

Queen is now an ancestor. RIP.

[@dcthomas8959]

Lovely woman. RIP 🙏🏾

[@anthonywestjr1063]

She's journeyed beyond the stars again, this time it's the best journey of her career! Fair winds and following gusts... 🌟 ✨️

[@petergreen5337]

Rest in peace and thanks for the memories.

[@ramadhaniduff1484]

RIP TO NICHELLE NICHOLS FROM THE ORIGINAL STAR TREK. MAY YOU LIVE LONG AND PROSPER FOREVER.

[@feliciasmith3989]

She was a beautiful, and intelligent Black woman that represented us well. We are going to miss her, and other Black men, and women in the entertainment business and other fields who represented us with class, honor KB and dignity.

[@jimbojones101]

She was gorgeous. R.I.P.

[@dallasman1972]

Rest in peace...I'll miss her..:(

[@Reval00]

Love this channel👍🏿

[@AllesIstEnergie2024]

Live long and Prosper- RIP Lt.

[@jayvaunamen5921]

Rejoice In Paradise 💐

[@nikita6013]

I’m her namesake.. my mom was a trek ly☝🏽, blessed with a beautiful name from a beautiful woman .💕

[@bklybertidvnprt3774]

Another great loss for us and this century 😢 😔.

[@vanticbostickvanticsongs6799]

No...RIP

[@fredaycott5283]

Rest in peace Queen.

[@lisacarter1872]

Prayers to the family