Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols, 88, lights up Comic Con LA with beaming smile during tribute celebrating her retirement from public appearances
Nichelle Nichols will forever be linked to the all mighty Star Trek franchise with her role as Nyota Uhura in the original television series that aired back in the late 1960s.
And over the weekend, some lucky fans got to share a few moments with Nichelle Nichols, one of the ladies of the main of the classic science-fiction series during Los Angeles Comic Con, which included a special farewell dinner.
Now 88-years-old, Nichols has decided to call it a day and retire from public convention appearances, which are a mainstay for iconic show's like Star Trek.
Classic: Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols, 88, was honored with a celebratory tribute at Comic Con Los Angeles on Sunday
With her farewell tour well underway, the Illinois native sat in front to soak in the farewell dance and video tribute, among other treats.
She looked lovely in a black and white-patterned blazer with black pants and a matching top, and a touch of accessories like a white stone necklace.
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On this day, with her son Kyle Johnson siting alongside her, Nichols had her tresses pulled back off her face that fell to about shoulder-length.
Family matters: The actress had the love and support of her son, Kyle Johnson, by her side
Movin' to the Groovin': Nichols and Johnson watched the dance portion of the celebration during 2021 Los Angeles Comic Con at Los Angeles Convention Center
Stylin': Nichols looked lovely in a black and white-patterned blazer with black pants and a matching top, and a touch of accessories like a white stone necklace
Like his mother, Johnson appeared to be overjoyed over the attention and recognition his mother received during the celebration.
Now in need of the assistance of a wheel chair, Nichols was all smiles as she watched the festivities, in what is the third and final day of the farewell celebration.
Dr. Mae Jemison, a former NASA astronaut, was on hand hand to share some of her story.
She became the first Black woman to travel into space when she served as a mission specialist aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour.
Sci-fi: Star Trek aired for three seasons, from 19966 to 1969, but went on reach greater success as a syndicated series in the proceeding years; Nichols is seen with William Shatner
Nichols also starred in six theatrical Star Trek film from 1979 to 1991; she is seen with Leonard Nimoy, who played Dr. Spock
Dr. Mae Jemison attends the Nichelle Nichols Finale Celebration during 2021 Los Angeles Comic Con at Los Angeles Convention Center on December 05, 2021
The three-day event at the LA Convention Center, from December 3-5, also included a Star Trek panel, autograph sessions, and photo op, as well as an assprtment of fun for fans with plenty of exhibitors and
The original Star Trek series, which followed the travels of the starship USS Enterprise (NCC-1701), consisted of 79 episodes over three seasons, from 1966 to 1969.
Along with the TV show, she also appeared in the franchise's first six feature films, beginning in 1979 and through 1991.
Nichols is among the four surviving members of themain Star Trek cast, including William Shatner (Capt. James T. Kirk), George Takei ( Dr. Hikaru Sulu) and Walter Koenig (Pavel Chekov).
Retiring: Nichols has decided to retire from public appearances after more than 50 years
Classic: The original Star Trek series, which followed the travels of the starship USS Enterprise (NCC-1701), consisted of 79 episodes; it reached greater success in syndication
Experienced: Nichols' film career began in 1959 with the musical Porgy and Bess; she has a role in the 2021 filmThe Order
