Nichelle Nichols, trailblazing ‘Star Trek’ icon who originated the role of Lt. Uhura, dies at 89 syfy.com 1 year ago Nichelle Nichols, trailblazing ‘Star Trek’ icon who originated the role of Lt. Uhura, dies at 89 Beloved Star Trek icon Nichelle Nichols has died at the age of 89. Share this: