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Nichelle Nichols ( born Grace Dell Nichols; December 28, 1932 – July 30, 2022) was an American actress, singer and dancer best known for her portrayal of Nyota Uhura in Star Trek: The Original Series, and its film sequels. Nichols' portrayal of Uhura was ground-breaking for African American actresses on American television. From 1977 until 2015, Nichols volunteered her time to promote NASA's programs, and to recruit diverse astronauts, including women and ethnic minorities.

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Born	Grace Dell Nichols 28 December 1932 Robbins, Illinois, USA
Died	30 July 2022 (aged 89) Silver City, New Mexico, USA
Zodiac	Capricorn
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Foster Johnson 1917-1981 American, Actor · m. ???? info edit

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Kyle info 1st child with Foster Johnson b. 14 Aug 1951 Age: 73 1951- Celebrity Baby

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Judy Pace · Friend · 1942- · American actress edit info

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Gene Roddenberry 1921-1991 American screenwriter and producer info edit view couple »

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