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 ...

With the upcoming Star Trek 4, and the main cast of Star Trek: Beyond returning, I would love to see Zoe Saldana’s Lt. Uhura’s role elevated, showcasing all of Uhura’s talents and abilities.

Credit: Mike Marsland / WireImage Trailblazing actor Nichelle Nichols, best known for her role as Lt. Nyota Uhura in the original Star Trek series, died on Saturday due to heart failure.