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 ...

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 ...