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• 1.1 Maturation
• 2.1 Origins
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Biology [ ]

Probably the most distinctive feature the Heralds presented, as the Iconians and most species from Dewa III , was the possession of three pairs of eyes, a distinct characteristic from species native to the planet Iconia.

The Heralds were not the Iconians themselves, but both shared a very close common ancestor. The Heralds' similarity to the Iconians can be compared to the apes ' resemblance to Humans . Although they were not the powerful energy beings the Iconians were, they also were not simple wild beasts. They were at least as intelligent as any other space faring species. ( STO video game : The Iconian War )

Maturation [ ]

After being uplifted by the Iconians to become self aware, the Heralds were developed to have only the male gender. The Iconians' genetic manipulation in the Herald species was very similar to what the Founders did with the Jem'Hadar .

Still in utero, the Heralds were modified to fit a specific purpose, and were also imprinted to have devote loyalty to the Iconians. Once born, their incredibly high metabolism allowed them to fully mature very quickly and then be extensively trained. ( STO mission : " Midnight ")

History [ ]

Origins [ ].

The Heralds were native to Iconia. Thousands of years ago, they were found by the ancient Iconian species, which used them as beasts of burden. When the Iconian civilization reached the age of automation, they used genetic engineering to enhance the Heralds to become intelligent and self aware, becoming personal servants and friends to the Iconian species. A Herald was apparently named after the Iconian they directly served.

After the bombardment of the Iconian homeworld approximately 200,000 years ago, the surviving twelve Iconians adopted a militant and ruthless attitude, and once again genetically modified the Heralds, this time to turn them into soldiers. Although the Heralds were also victims of the bombardment of Iconia, the Iconians had hundreds of centuries to breed them and build their army, so by the time of their return they would have countless fleets to help them retake all that was once theirs.

By the early 25th century , there were probably millions, if not billions of Heralds. At the beginning of the Iconian War , the Heralds formed the backbone of the Iconian invasion forces and were in command of the Iconian fleets in Vonph -class vessels. ( STO video game : The Iconian War )

First appearances [ ]

After the death of Colonel Hakeev and his failed attempt to open an Iconian gateway to bring the Iconians, an unknown vessel, which was later revealed to be a Herald ship, emerged from a gateway in the Brea system and captured Empress Sela 's flagship , the IRW Leahval . ( STO mission : " Cutting the Cord ")

A Herald was first seen personally by outsiders when Empress Sela and a group of Alpha Quadrant Alliance officers infiltrated the Andromeda Dyson Sphere shortly before the beginning of the Iconian invasion. As they attempted to escape through a gateway, they were attacked by a Herald Harbinger. ( STO mission : " Uneasy Allies ")

The Iconian War [ ]

A Herald soldier.

In the early days of the Iconian War, the Herald forces raided Starbase 234 and New Romulus . Although Starbase 234 was lost, the Alliance's efforts were capable of handing the Heralds at the planet's surface. Shortly after, Herald forces were responsible for the destruction of the Preserver Archive on Lae'nas III . ( STO mission : " Blood of Ancients ")

During the Iconians' operations at Calbriden III , the Heralds were personally overseeing the Iconians' plan to create a pocket of subspace to the Beta Quadrant utilizing tetryon particles, which would enable the Solanae to directly aid in the Iconians' efforts. However, an Alliance joint mission with taskforce Delta Flight , led by Captain Tom Paris , was able to infiltrate the system and successfully destroy the Iconian station which would be responsible for bringing the Solanae. ( STO mission : " Delta Flight ")

The seemingly incessant strikes continues when a Herald fleet was sent to attack the Klingon homeworld of Qo'nos . Despite many losses, the planet was successfully defended and the Heralds withdrew. ( STO missions : " Gateway to Gre'thor ", " Brotherhood of the Sword ")

Heralds tasked to guard an Iconian outpost in the Dinasia system and being personally responsible for the security of one of the Iconians, T'Ket , were unexpectedly assaulted by a group of Alliance officers and House Pegh , the Klingon's secret house led by Emperor Kahless himself. Although the Heralds successfully preserved the outposts' operations, the assault team was able to destroy two Omega particle generators and even injured T'Ket, although Kahless was killed by her. ( STO mission : " House Pegh ")

Responding to a Vaadwaur distress call , a Herald patrol is engaged and destroyed by the USS Chimera , led by Nog , and other Alliance representatives. Shortly after, the Heralds sent an away team to search for the intruders, however they were able to escape thanks to a Krenim device that allowed them to stay out of normal space - time , functioning similarly to a cloaking device . ( STO mission : " Time in a Bottle ")

During the Battle of Sol , the Iconians focused all their forces into a full scaled invasion of Earth . Countless Herald ships covered the planet's sky and also the whole system. When the conflict ceased, the Heralds withdrew back to their destroyed homeworld alongside with their Iconian masters to begin the work on rebuilding their civilization. ( STO mission : " Midnight ")

Culture [ ]

The Heralds, as well as seen in other races, such as the Dewans , worshiped the Iconians as gods . However the relationship between a Herald and his Iconian master was very close. As their numbers had always been few, the Iconians needed someone to serve as companions and servants. The Heralds performed the routine tasks that kept their society running, and in exchange the Iconians provided them with leadership, technological advancement and protection. Some Iconians considered their Heralds to be their own children, and a Herald would most likely die for their masters if necessary. ( STO video game : The Iconian War )

Military [ ]

A Herald group.

After being manipulated to become soldiers, the Heralds' previous functions exercised in the Iconian society were replaced by military designations. There were four distinct types of Heralds serving during the Iconian invasion of the Milky Way :

• Harbinger: masters of gravity and gateways, the Harbingers were the most trusted Heralds by the Iconians, and were responsible for commanding the Herald forces in battle. Capable of opening gateways which unleash energy into their targets and creating gravity fields capable of lifting their enemies in the air, its almost impossible to defeat a Harbinger in single combat. Every Iconian had a number of Herald Harbingers. The title of a Harbinger is determined by its Iconian master, such as in Harbinger of M'Tara, a Herald subject to M'Tara .
• Defiler: the bulky ones from the Iconian Herald forces, the Defilers wielded a massive hammer-like weapon that could eject a powerful burst of dark energy. They were also capable of reconstructing fallen Constructs thanks to advanced gravitational technology.
• Thrall: were masters in close combat techniques. Every Thrall held a spear-like weapon, and were also capable of opening small gateways so they could move through the battlefield. Fast and deadly, Thralls could teleport at will and open gateways behind their targets for a deadly flanking attack.
• Constructs: the Constructs were not actually Heralds, but automatons held together with sophisticated gravitational forces. If defeated, the Constructs could be merged together or be reconstructed by Herald commanders.

Appendices [ ]

External link [ ].

• Herald article at The Star Trek Online Wiki .
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Making of the Herald Part 1

By LaughingTrendy | Thu 16 Apr 2015 12:00:00 PM PDT

The Iconian Heralds came from the idea that Iconia had at least two native sentient species. One of them is what we today call Iconians, highly evolved both physically and mentally. And then there was a less evolved race now known simply as the Heralds that serves as personal bodyguards and servants for the Iconians. Keeping that in mind when we started creating the Heralds, we didn't want to stray too far away from what we already know about the Iconians and their physiology. Iconians have slender bodies, three-fingered hands and most notably, an elongated face with three pairs of eyes instead of the usual single pair that most known Star Trek aliens bear. The Heralds have similar physical attributes to the Iconians, as if they are to the Iconians what apes are to humans.

“Fantasy is the impossible made probable. Science Fiction is the improbable made possible.”

                                                                                                                                    -Rod Serling

All Iconian technology comes from the premise that eventually any advanced enough tech would be too much for most people to understand. For a layman, it might as well be magic.

In the Kardashev scale, Iconians are a type-two civilization, capable of harnessing the full power of a star. Everything about both Iconians and Heralds seems out of place in Star Trek, as it should be. The universe is infinite, and so is the possibility that a race like the Iconians and/or Heralds might exist. For us, a race like that might as well be a race of gods. One can only imagine their logic and societies (if those even apply) and we can be sure it won’t fit any preconception we have today about what alien societies might look like.

Based in several culture behaviors here on planet Earth, we extrapolated that the Heralds would want to look as much possible as the Iconians, whom they revere as gods, but so much that they looked pretentious. Here on Earth, several pre-Columbian civilizations tried very hard to mimic the look of their gods in their attire, even to the point of modifying the shape of their skull. Herald armor borrows heavily from the look and feel of their ships. Long and heavy lines indicate a cold logic, a heavy sense of functionality and pure purpose.

Like in portrayals of angels and other divine beings, the Heralds “dress for the occasion." When they go to a place, they want to impress and overwhelm. They know they have advanced technology and try as hard as possible to hide it in plain sight. Their weapons and armors look deceivingly low tech so they can display their real power later on. I see this race relying heavily in theatrics to reinforce their “magical nature” to what they consider lesser races.

The Heralds also draw heavily from human archetypes and folklore in their main characteristics and abilities. In this case, you see the warlock (captain), the demon (lieutenant), the ghost (construct) and the behemoth (commander). Everything about the Heralds was done to make sure their dark intentions were revealed right away.

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Boldly going: 'Star Trek' prequel explores 'Strange New Worlds' again

Boldly going: 'Star Trek' prequel explores 'Strange New Worlds' again

A prequel series in one of sci-fi's most iconic franchises is ready to go, boldly, back to the roots of the saga.

“Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” begins its 10-episode second season Thursday, June 15, on Paramount+, as it continues the exploits of the starship Enterprise when it was under the command of Capt. Christopher Pike (Anson Mount), the predecessor of the vessel's legendary later skipper, James T. Kirk (played by Paul Wesley, who reprises the recurring role in Season 2). Spun off from another prequel show, “Star Trek: Discovery,” “Strange New Worlds” has even more in store for fans: A third season already has been ordered, ahead of the premiere of Season 2.

“We have tried to harken back to some of the values and styles of the original series that got those of us who are a little older ignited on our 'Star Trek' journeys,” explains executive producer Akiva Goldsman. “In doing so, we've tried to look back and interpolate some parts of the original series that might not have made it to the screen, some things that might have happened just before Jim Kirk took over the Enterprise. And, as such, some familiar faces are finding new life.”

Mount brought his Pike portrayal over from “Star Trek: Discovery,” which also featured Ethan Peck as Spock and Rebecca Romijn as Number One before they made the journey to “Strange New Worlds.” Nurse Chapel (Jess Bush) and Ensign Uhura (Celia Rose Gooding) are among other long-familiar characters who make their “Strange New Worlds” presence known. The second season of “Strange New Worlds” also includes Carol Kane in a recurring role.

“There was something about 'Star Trek' that was so far off the radar for me,” reflects “Hell on Wheels” alum Mount, who also is the character Black Bolt in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. “It wasn't even on my bucket list. I just never thought I would end up captaining the Enterprise. It's insane when you think about it. And every single day I'm on the set - I'm not exaggerating - is both disbelief and a feeling of tremendous gratitude.”

A particularly intriguing crossover story is part of Season 2 of “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,” which will merge temporarily with “Star Trek: Lower Decks” ... an animated show. Franchise veteran Jonathan Frakes (“Star Trek: The Next Generation”) directed that story, which features the voices of Tawny Newsome and Jack Quaid in their “Lower Decks” parts - and challenges traditional “Star Trek” boundaries by combining live action and animation.

Still, Goldsman maintains that he and his staff “are, by nature, people who like coloring books, and we sort of like staying within the lines as much as we can. We're 'Star Trek' fans, so (adhering to established) canon is almost always delightfully challenging, except when it's really a pain ... But within reason, we still try to skew as closely to it as possible.”

“I think anyone who has ever traveled in the world of 'Star Trek' knows they're inheriting canon,” adds Goldsman, who also has helped oversee “Discovery” and “Picard” among other “Trek” shows. “We have writers on all the staffs that keep track of it. We have a frequent meeting where the showrunners of all the shows get together in advance of the scripts they're about to write as they're starting to break seasons. And they all share ideas and information about what they're doing so that we can stay ahead of any problems that may come up, so we're not stepping on each other's toes.”

For Romijn, “Star Trek” has become a family affair, since husband Jerry O'Connell voices one of the main characters on “Lower Decks.” She appreciates what “Strange New Worlds” enables her to represent, reasoning that “there is a little bit of being a mom, especially of daughters, that plays in. A lot of it, I don't have control over, obviously. I really consider my daughters a lot of the time, because the female characters in this genre are fantastic and strong and they appeal to my daughters. And if I'm going to be spending time away from them, I want them to be able to see what I'm doing and appreciate it. And they do.”

Peck (the grandson of screen legend Gregory Peck) similarly likes interpreting Spock in his own way, explaining that he enjoys “the kind of infinite possibilities of him and his life. It's a really delicate dance that we're attempting, and I think a lot of it is done in the writing. I show up to work and I get a new script, and suddenly I'm faced with something that's totally unfamiliar to me in my work as Spock. So, the sky is kind of the limit, in my opinion - but there definitely are rules.”

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What Are the “Star Trek” Stars Up to Now?

Since its arrival in 1966, Star Trek has amassed an incredible following of loyal and dedicated fans. With more than 50 years’ worth of episodes of content to its name, Star Trek truly has been one of the most influential creations of our time. The spread of its influence is so vast, that even non-fans, who’ve never seen an episode, tend to know Star Trek facts without ever having intended to.

A big part of its longevity comes down to the fact that the Star Trek universe is ever-evolving. As our world changes, so does theirs, and always in just the right way to draw in a new generation of fans. Join us as we delve into the depths of Star Trek history, unearthing all of your favorite characters and revealing what’s become of the actors who played them.

Majel Barrett as Lwaxana Troi

Known affectionately as “the first lady of Star Trek,” Majel Barrett is an important part of the history of the show. Majel was married to the creator of Star Trek, Gene Roddenberry (hence the “first lady” moniker) but also took on two different characters over the course of the show. Fans of the original "Star Trek" series will recognize her as Nurse Christine Chapel.

Those who stuck around for "The Next Generation" and "Deep Space Nine" may also recognize her as the rather overbearing Lwaxana Troi. Apart from these major roles, Majel had bit parts in literally every other incarnation of the franchise, including the animations and films. Sadly, this dedicated Trekkie's life came to an end in 2008 after a severe medical condition.

Armin Shimerman as Quark

Armin Shimerman scored a fantastic character, getting to play the funny bartender, Quark, in the popular series "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine." Shimerman kept us laughing for the duration of the series, from 1993 to 1999.

After taking his leave from Star Trek, Shimerman scored roles on "Seinfeld" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," among many others. He also voiced characters in games like "BioShock" and "Ratchet and Clank." Sci-fi fans will also be stoked to know Shimerman’s vocal stylings can be heard not just in "StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty," but also in the expansion, "StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm."

Denise Crosby as Lt. Tasha Yar

Like Rick Worthy, Denise Crosby played more than one role during her time with Star Trek. The role you most likely recognize her for is that of Lt. Tasha Yar in "Star Trek: The Next Generation," season one. However, Crosby popped up again in later seasons, this time playing, funnily enough, her former character’s daughter, Commander Sela.

After finally saying goodbye to Star Trek, Crosby enjoyed a prolific career in film and television with so many appearances it’s difficult to count. She’s popped up in everything. from "The Drew Carey Show" to "Mad Men" and even produced and starred in the 1997 documentary, "Trekkies."

Jolene Blalock as T’Pol

Stunning model and actress, Jolene Blalock, was a popular addition to the "Star Trek: Enterprise" cast. Taking on the role of Vulcan's first officer, T’Pol was “a dream come true” for Blalock, who said she was in a state of bliss every day she went to work on set. In an interview with The Express on Sunday, Blalock explained: “There's also a sense of immortality that the show gives you."

"That you're working on something that will never die, that your contribution will last forever.” Star Trek wasn’t Blalock’s only dalliance into the sci-fi world. She has appeared in "Stargate SG-1" and "Legend of the Seeker," among others, and has enjoyed regular appearances in film and on television.

Lindsey Haun as Beatrice Burleigh

In 1995, when Lindsey Haun was just nine years old, she was featured in two episodes of "Star Trek: Voyager," playing Beatrice Burleigh. Haun was destined to pop up again, but not as Beatrice. The youngster reappeared two years later as a new character, Belle.

Outside of Star Trek, Haun has continued her acting career and is also a talented singer. "True Blood" fans will recognize her as Hadley. She also appeared in the Disney film, "The Color of Friendship," for which she received a Young Artist award. Haun also starred in "Broken Bridges," the soundtrack of which she was also partially responsible for creating.

William Shatner as Captain James T. Kirk

We’re sure you’ve been wondering when this familiar face would show up! Neither Captain Kirk nor the actor who played him, William Shatner, require any introduction in a Star Trek article. However, we will take a moment to say that, with nearly seven decades of acting under his belt (he got his start way back in 1951), William Shatner is nothing short of a cultural icon.

And a big part of that is due to his brilliant portrayal of Captain James T. Kirk. Kirk was central to the happenings of the starship USS Enterprise, making Shatner eternally central to the Star Trek franchise, even when he was physically absent. Since leaving the show, Shatner has gone on to act in films and TV shows like "Boston Legal" and "The Practice." He is also a successful director, producer, and author.

James Doohan as Montgomery ‘Scotty’ Scott

The character responsible for a phrase that became so widely known it even has its own Wikipedia entry: “Beam me up, Scotty.” The funny thing is, while this phrase is indelibly connected to Star Trek in the minds of basically all humans, it was never actually said in any Star Trek episode or movie. While that may be so, Scotty was a vital part of the crew (and did do a lot of beaming up in his time).

Played by Canadian actor, James Doohan, Scotty’s character had a wonderful impact on viewers. Many were inspired to follow in his footsteps and pursue careers in engineering and related technical fields. Doohan, on the other hand, didn’t enjoy such career success. He struggled to find roles outside of Star Trek, and so forged a life for himself within the franchise. In 2005 he sadly passed away, leaving Scotty behind.

Terry Farrell as Jadzia Dax

Jadzia Dax has got to be one of the coolest character creations of the Star Trek franchise. The beautiful science officer is a union of two separate consciousnesses. Her outer form is the host, a young female of the Trill species. Melded to her is a wise and ancient symbiont. The two are harmoniously merged with a personality reflective of each of their existences and access to the knowledge of both.

When it was time for Farrell to leave the show, at the close of season six, the writers came up with a brilliant way to execute it. The host was killed off, leaving Farrell free to go, while the symbiont was saved and transferred into a new host. This maneuver allowed actress, Nicole DeBoer, to seamlessly take over as host while Terry Farrell, who was fired from the show, retired from the spotlight.

Nichelle Nichols as Lieutenant Uhura

Nichelle Nichols made a bold move with her role in Star Trek. Hers was one of the first female black characters to appear on American TV in a role other than that of a servant. What Nichelle achieved in Star Trek was so groundbreaking that, when she decided to leave the show, Martin Luther King, Jr. approached her personally and asked her to consider staying on.

While Nichols did eventually move on from the show, she didn’t let Martin Luther King Jr. down. With the civil rights movement still at the forefront of her mind, Nichelle commenced work with NASA, taking part in a recruitment program designed to encourage both minority and female personnel to become part of the space program. When she wasn't hard at work being a complete legend, Nichelle pursued her passion for music and released two studio albums. She passed away in the summer of 2022.

Robin Curtis as Lt. Saavik

Robin Curtis made her debut in "Star Trek III: The Search for Spock." She was cast as a replacement for the late Kirstie Alley, taking over the role of Saavik, the Vulcan Lieutenant. While she received a lukewarm reception from hardcore Trekkies, Curtis reprised her role in "Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home."

Curtis enjoyed a solid career in the dramatic arts, appearing in films, on television, and in theater productions all through the 80s and 90s. By 1999 though, Curtis was ready for a change and retired from acting before seeing in the new millennium. While she still makes appearances at conventions, Curtis shifted her attention to real estate.

Colm Meaney as Miles O’Brien

Meaney’s Star Trek appearance was a brief yet pivotal one. He appeared in the 1987 pilot for "Star Trek: The Next Generation." The episode was titled, “Encounter at Farpoint,” and Meaney’s character had the dashing title of “unnamed helm officer.” While it was a humble kicking-off point, Meaney’s character was given more and more play until he finally won the right to have a real name: Miles O’Brien.

Meaney enjoyed a long run as the transporter chief, sticking it out until 1993, when he jumped ship from "The Next Generation" to take on a more prominent role in the spin-off series, "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine." Meaney stayed loyal to his new show until the last ever episode aired in 1999. By then, his face had become so familiar he had no trouble landing major roles in film and television.

Ethan Phillips as Neelix

You probably instantly recognize Ethan Phillips as Neelix, since he played the lovable alien for the seven seasons of "Star Trek: Voyager." However, Phillips actually got his start in Star Trek back in 1990, taking the single-episode role of Dr. Farek in an episode of "The Next Generation," titled, "Menage a Troi." Phillips must’ve been overjoyed to go from this one-off role to taking on a regularly appearing character, and a popular one at that.

Since leaving Neelix behind, Phillips put a lot of his time into the theater, though he did dabble in films and a few other television roles. Phillips also popped back up in more one-off Star Trek roles, and his voice can be heard in both Star Trek and Star Wars video games (seems he’s happy to bat for both teams).

John Rhys-Davies as Leonardo da Vinci

John Rhys-Davies got to enjoy one of the quirkier roles in an already quirky series, playing a holodeck version of Leonardo da Vinci. The talented actor handled this epic role with panache, adding a touch of class to the "Voyager" episodes he appeared in.

Those of you with a keen eye will recognize Rhys-Davies as Gimli, from "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. He also played Sallah in the "Indiana Jones" films. The actor’s filmography is intimidating, with a ridiculously long list of film, TV, and video game credits to his name. With his distinctive vocal characteristics, Rhys-Davies is a natural at narration and voice work, a field he adores.

Kurtwood Smith as Annorax

For many, Kurtwood Smith’s face is far more synonymous with various refrains on the theme of his foot going into someone’s rear end—all thanks to his role as Red Foreman on the wildly popular series, "That 70s Show." Yet, long before this role brought him international recognition, Kurtwood Smith was popping up in various roles within the Star Trek franchise.

A bit of a sci-fi fan, Smith has also made appearances in "The X-Files" and "Rick & Morty." His CV is a mile long, featuring many major films and TV shows. To some of us though, he will always be the stern, cranky, and hilarious Red Foreman.

Rene Auberjonois as Constable Odo

Member of the shapeshifting race of Changelings, Odo was definitely one of our favorites from "Deep Space Nine." His unique characteristics allowed him to have startling insight into human values and ethics; something you don’t always expect to be enlightened with when watching TV. The actor who brought Odo to life for us, René Auberjonois, had an impressive career, both before and after his time with Star Trek.

He originated the character of Father Mulcahy, who was played by William Christopher in the TV series, "M*A*S*H." You may have seen Auberjonois in "NCIS," "The Good Wife," and "Sleepy Hollow." He also had a stack of voicing credits to his name, in films, games, and animated TV series. In late 2019, he sadly passed away.

Gates McFadden as Dr. Beverly Crusher

While Gates McFadden has an impressive number of credits to her name, she is best known, and most loved, for her portrayal of Dr. Beverly Crusher in the Star Trek series and four of its films. When her time in the Star Trek universe was up, McFadden never wanted acting work, taking roles in a number of films and TV shows.

What you might find more surprising is, that she also turned her skills to teaching. McFadden has graced the halls of a number of prestigious academies and universities, including Harvard, Purdue and the University of Pittsburgh, the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, and Hamburg’s Stella Academy. She is one talented lady!

Avery Brooks as Commander Benjamin Sisko

Avery Brooks was a regular on the set of "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," gracing our screens from 1993 to 1999 as Commander Benjamin Sisko. Like Nichelle Nichols, who came before him, Brooks’ role in Star Trek was a momentous one. While the civil rights movement had been underway for some time, Brooks was the first African-American to take a leadership position in Star Trek history.

Having truly made his mark on the show, Brooks went on to enjoy a varied career in film, television, theater, music, and teaching. He also continued his work in civil rights, directing the annual National Black Arts Festival and working with the Smithsonian on their Black American Culture Program.

Leonard Nimoy as Spock

From one legend of Star Trek to another, it would be impossible to imagine the Star Trek universe without Spock. Leonard Nimoy was responsible for the creation of one of the most loved characters in the franchise’s history. From the pilot episode, filmed way back in 1964, to his final appearance in 2013, the part human, part Vulcan science officer was a definite mainstay of the show.

While Nimoy enjoyed an abundant film and television career outside of Star Trek, in the minds and hearts of fans, he would always be Spock. While the character may have been the highlight of his career for many, it’s worth noting that Nimoy was also an accomplished director, author, and musician. Star Trek fans were devastated in 2015 to discover Nimoy had passed away due to a severe medical condition.

Stephen Collins as Commander Willard Decker

Long before he preached from our TV screens as the squeaky clean father and Protestant minister in "7th Heaven," Stephen Collins was a Trekkie. He played Commander Willard Decker in "Star Trek: The Motion Picture," which was released way back in 1979.

Since then, Collins enjoyed the aforementioned "7th Heaven" success and appeared in a number of other TV shows and Hollywood films along the way. He even became a published author at some point in his career. His success has been somewhat disrupted, following some allegations against him, which have all but put his acting career to an end.

Susanna Thompson as Varel

When Susanna Thompson appeared in an episode of "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," she was an active participant in one of the first-ever same-sex kisses to be shown on American television. It seems the Star Trek crew were really into creating television firsts! Thompson appeared in more than one season of Star Trek, playing Varel in her first appearance, then Inmate Jaya in a later episode of "The Next Generation."

Then, of course, there was the infamous Dr. Lenara Kahn, in the "Deep Space Nine" episode mentioned above. And Thompson showed up again as the Borg Queen, in "Voyager." In the midst of this on-again-off-again relationship with Star Trek, Thompson has been busy with a variety of roles. Most recently, you may have seen her in Arrow and Timeless.

Roxann Dawson as B’Elanna Torres

Here is our favorite part-human, part-Klingon engineer, B’Elanna Torres. Played by Roxann Dawson, Torres graced our screens in the full, seven-season suite of "Star Trek: Voyager." The talented Dawson also made her directorial debut during this time. With such a brilliant platform, Dawson enjoyed a solid television career, starring in a number of other shows while simultaneously making a big impression as a talented director.

The multi-talented woman directed some of our favorite episodes of "Charmed," "The Mentalist," "The O.C.," "Cold Case," "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.," and "Lost." Lately, she’s turned her talents to producing with credits on a number of successful shows, including "Cold Case," "Crossing Jordan," and "Scandal."

Anne Ramsay as Ensign Clancy

While she only appeared in two episodes of "Star Trek" (“The Emissary” and “Elementary, Dear Data”), these were enough to help launch a successful career in film and television for Anne Ramsay. She’s one of those actresses who you instantly know when you look at her but, when asked, it’s hard to put your finger on just where you’ve seen her. Well, for starters, she played Ensign Clancy in those two Star Trek episodes we just mentioned.

After her short dalliance in the Star Trek universe, Ramsay went on to take roles in such popular television shows as "Mad About You," "Dexter," "Castle," and many more. She’s also appeared in a number of Hollywood films, including "A League of Their Own," "Planet of the Apes," and "Human Contact."

Christopher Lloyd as Klingon Kruge

Appearing in the 1984 film, "Star Trek III: The Search for Spock," Christopher Lloyd was barely recognizable under the heavy costuming, makeup, and prosthetics. Yet we can assure you, that it is definitely your beloved Doc Brown. In fact, this was a year before Lloyd stepped into the Delorean for the first time.

The "Back to the Future" franchise kicked off in 1985, cementing Lloyd’s status as a sci-fi hero. Lloyd was actually recommended for the role of Klingon Kruge by none other than Leonard Nimoy. With Spock’s blessing, how could the producers say no? Both before and after his stint on Star Trek, Lloyd enjoyed a stellar career and is still appearing in motion pictures to this day.

Brent Spiner as Lt. Commander Data

Here’s another of the most iconic faces of Star Trek. With a run on the show that spanned 15 years, Lt. Commander Data made a deep impression on Trekkies the world over. From 1987 on, actor Brent Spiner breathed life into Data over the course of seven seasons and four feature films.

Data was central to the action in this time, appearing in all but one of the 178 episodes that filled this time span (for the curious among you, the single episode he failed to make an appearance in was “Family”). Since leaving the show, Brent Spiner has turned his talents not just to roles in other TV shows, but also to theater and music.

Alexander Siddig as Doctor Julian Bashir

When Alexander Siddig was first called in for a Star Trek audition, the producers had Commander Benjamin Sisko in mind for him. However, at the time, Siddig looked far too young to properly embody the part. Not wanting to let the talented actor go, the producers made the wise decision to cast young Siddig as Dr. Julian Bashir.

Siddig enjoyed a long run with the show, appearing in "The Next Generation" and "Deep Space Nine," and gracing our screens from 1993 to 1999. Since stepping away from Star Trek, Siddig hasn’t slowed down, appearing in a variety of films and TV shows. Arguably, his biggest role since Star Trek came in HBO’s hit show, "Game of Thrones."

Marina Sirtis as Counselor Deanna Troi

Star Trek creator, Gene Roddenberry was always on the lookout for inspiration. A dedicated sci-fi fan, he saw every new entry to the genre that he could, including the 80s hit, "Aliens." For Roddenberry, Vasquez stole the show and he was immediately inspired to create an equally strong Latina character for Star Trek. Enter Marina Sirtis and Counselor Deanna Troi.

Part-human, part-Betazoid, Deanna Troi had the ability to read the emotions of other beings. Sirtis appeared in this role in "Enterprise," "Voyager," and four of the Star Trek feature films. The popular star has gone on to appear in a string of films and TV shows, including "NCIS" and "Grey’s Anatomy."

Ashley Judd as Robin Lefler

Here’s one you’ve probably forgotten: Ashley Judd was in Star Trek! The actress made her debut on the show back in 1991, long before reaching superstardom. Since she wasn’t a recognizable face at the time, most people don’t even realize she was ever a part of the show.

Judd played Starfleet officer, Ensign Robin Lefler, and appeared in just two episodes. With a face and a talent like hers, however, two episodes were all it took to set her career in motion. It was a rapid rise to fame from there. Judd is now a well-known Hollywood actress and political activist.

Dominic Keating as Lieutenant Malcolm Reed

Dominic Keating’s run on Star Trek was epic, spanning all 98 episodes of the show, from 2001 to 2005. Keating’s character, Lt. Malcolm Reed, was both a tactical officer and an armory officer aboard the Starship USS Enterprise. Reed’s tactical contributions to the storylines were of vital importance, so this was no small role for Keating.

While Lt. Malcolm Reed made Keating a household name (at least among Trekkies), many people also know him from his roles in "Jungle 2 Jungle" and "Beowulf." Keating is still going strong in the acting world and appeared in "Once Upon a Time in London."

Scott Bakula as Captain Jonathan Archer

Scott Bakula is a veteran of science fiction, with starring roles in two of the most critically acclaimed series to hit our televisions. You may recognize him as Sam Beckett from "Quantum Leap," a role for which he received a Golden Globe award and four Emmy nominations. As much as we loved him in "Quantum Leap," this role is not the reason he’s made it onto our list.

Star Trek fans will be more fond of Bakula for his portrayal of Captain Jonathan Archer in the "Star Trek: Enterprise" series. Since his role in the iconic sci-fi series came to an end, Bakula has enjoyed roles in a wide variety of TV shows and Hollywood films.

Vaughn Armstrong as Admiral Maxwell Forrest

Vaughn Armstrong has had 27 appearances on Star Trek. Compared to some of the veterans we’ve just visited, that doesn’t sound like so much, right? What if we told you that, in those 27 episodes, he took on the forms of eight distinct races to play a total of 11 different characters? Suddenly way more impressive!

While all that characterization sounds like a lot of work, this talented actor has still had plenty of time to explore the realms outside of Star Trek, appearing in a number of hit TV shows, including "Mad Men," "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," "Modern Family," and "Criminal Minds."

Michelle Forbes as Ensign Ro Laren

With a run that far outstripped Ramsay’s, Michelle Forbes enjoyed a solid three seasons of Star Trek goodness, playing Ensign Ro Laren. According to fan forums, wikis, and a number of polls, Ro Laren is up there in popularity. In fact, more than one poll has placed her as the second strongest female character in the eyes of fans.

When her time with Star Trek was up, this popular lady continued to impress her fans, taking roles in some of television's most popular series, including "The Killing," "24," and "True Blood." She also scored a role in "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2."

Kim Cattrall as Vulcan Valeris

Since we’re already on the topic of stars you never realized were on Star Trek, it may surprise you to learn that, long before her days of prowling the streets of New York with Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall was a Trekkie. While most people know her as open-minded and upfront Samantha from HBO’s hit show, "Sex and the City," Kim Cattrall will remain a Vulcan in the hearts of all true Star Trek fans.

Cattrall’s character, Valeris, was under the mentorship of Captain Spock and excelled with his expert tutelage. Perhaps foreshadowing her "SATC" future, Cattrall designed her character’s headband and was also involved in the hair styling and even the development of the name.

Michael Dorn as Lieutenant Worf

Here’s an epic bit of Trekkie trivia for you: First appearing in the pilot episode of "Star Trek: The Next Generation," and enjoying a career that carried all the way through to "Star Trek: Nemesis," Michael Dorn gets to boast the most appearances of any actor in the whole franchise. What an honor! Dorn’s Star Trek career adds up to an incredible 272 episodes and five films.

After such a monumental run with the show, Dorn was left with a pretty impressive CV, which has helped him secure many a supporting role. He is, however, picky with his roles, preferring independent films. He also has the most bad-ass side hustle ever: Dorn is a highly skilled pilot and owns and operates his own Lockheed T-33 trainer jet. We’re sure you’re not at all surprised to learn that his nickname for the plane is “starship.”

Kirstie Alley as Lt. Saavik

While most people know Kirstie as the one who went through some pretty public struggles with her weight, the actress was once a Vulcan-Romulan hybrid on the set of Star Trek. Alley appeared in the 1982 film, "Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan," playing Lt. Saavik. With her dark hair and costume, she’s worlds away from the image we’ve grown accustomed to.

After her brief flirtation with Star Trek, Alley went on to enjoy a long run on the popular sitcom, "Cheers." She’s appeared in a number of other television roles, but was catapulted to fame in Hollywood movies like "For Richer or Poorer," "Look Who’s Talking," "Accidental Love," and "It Takes Two."

Grace Lee Whitney as Janice Rand

A picture of 60s style, Grace Lee Whitney played elegant yeoman to Captain James T. Kirk, Janice Rand. Janice can be seen in eight episodes of the first season but Whitney’s initial contract didn’t extend beyond this, so that was that. For a while anyway. Fans weren’t happy with her departure and they weren’t shy about begging for her return at conventions. As the years went by, the requests kept coming until the producers finally made a decision.

Whitney was brought back on board and fans got to enjoy seeing Janice back in action. She continued to pop up at diverse times throughout the series and appeared in Star Trek movies also. Along with her much-loved Star Trek role, Grace Lee Whitney enjoyed literally hundreds of television show appearances throughout her career. She was a talented singer and musician and penned an autobiography before she passed away in 2015.

John De Lancie as Q

Responsible for bringing us the character, Q, John De Lancie was also one of few actors who got to reprise his role over multiple series. Appearing in "The Next Generation," "Deep Space Nine," and "Voyager," Q is both the name of Lancie’s character and the race said character comes from.

Since departing from the world of Star Trek, Lancie has enjoyed a varied career, with roles in film, television, and theater. "Breaking Bad" fans will remember his noteworthy guest appearance as the father of Jesse's girlfriend, Jane Margolis. He’s also turned his hand to the written word, with several books to his name.

LeVar Burton as Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge

Do you remember "Reading Rainbow?" If you were the right age to be entranced by this brilliant children’s show, then you’ll certainly recognize its host (and executive producer, just by the way), LeVar Burton. This wonderful entertainer also had one of our favorite roles in the Star Trek franchise: Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge.

While La Forge was blind, he was able to have his own unique form of sight through the use of his boss-looking VISOR. While his eyes were always concealed behind the blingin’ prosthetic device, Burton is still mega recognizable. Since his time on Star Trek, Burton has both acted in and directed numerous episodes in a variety of television series. He’s also had a shot at directing a few films.

Linda Park as Hoshi Sato

Korean-American actress, Linda Park, had just graduated from Boston University when she got her first big break: the role of Hoshi Sato in Star Trek. With only a minor role in "Jurassic Park" under her belt, this regular role was a big step up for her, and Park was determined to shine. Her character, Hoshi Sato, was the communications officer and had a natural knack for understanding and translating all the alien languages the crew encountered.

When her time with Star Trek came to an end, Park was able to use it as a platform from which to land plenty of ongoing television work. You may recognize her as a regular on the show, "Crash." In tandem with her acting career, Park co-founded Underground Asylum, an LA-based theater company (though it has since gone defunct).

Christopher Plummer as Klingon General Chang

Christopher Plummer was an absolute legend of the acting world, with an illustrious career spanning an impressive six decades. While Shatner still has him beat time-wise (at seven decades of work and counting), Plummer’s talent was incomparable. Plummer delved into the Star Trek universe in "Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country."

He was perfectly suited for the role he took on: Shakespeare-loving Klingon General Chang. Plummer himself was a classically trained actor and Shakespeare fanatic who has spent as much time on the stage as he has on camera. What you may not know is that, in the year 2000, he lent his voice to the "Star Trek: Klingon Academy" video game, reprising his role as Chang. In February 2021, he sadly passed away.

Martha Hackett as Seska

Martha Hackett is another star who took on more than one character in the Star Trek universe. Though she wasn’t quite as prolific as Vaughn Armstrong, Hackett appeared in two of the Star Trek television series and also voiced characters in five different Star Trek games. She’s definitely got the chops to call herself a Trekkie!

Her biggest role within the franchise was as Seska in "Star Trek: Voyager." Hackett appeared in 13 episodes as this character. Apart from her dedication to Star Trek, Hackett has had a number of roles in blockbuster films, including "Never Been Kissed" and "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day."

Catherine Hicks as Dr. Gillian Taylor

Seems like there’s some kind of connection between Star Trek and "7th Heaven." Catherine Hicks played Annie Camden on the hit show. Thankfully, she was not as controversial of a figure as her co-star, Stephen Collins. The only attention Hicks stirred up was for her stellar performances. She was nominated for a Saturn Award, in the Best Supporting Actress category for her portrayal of Dr. Gillian Taylor in Star Trek.

Prior to her appearance in "Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home," Hicks had already been nominated for an Emmy for her portrayal of Marilyn Monroe. From such a promising start in the 80s, Hicks blossomed into an even more wonderful actress and has a list of credits a mile long.

Jennifer Lien as Kes

When you play a character whose species is only known to live for nine years, you kinda know it’s going to be a short-lived affair! This was the case for Jennifer Lien, who played Kes in "Star Trek: Voyager," from 1995 to 1997. Kes was an Ocampan and, while blessed with telepathy, was not blessed with the longest of lifespans.

Still, Lien relished the role and made friends among her fellow Star Trek cast members during the years she made Kes her own. After retiring from the show, Lien had plenty of success finding other roles but decided to step away from acting in 2002.

Celeste Yarnall as Yeoman Martha Landon

Celeste Yarnall had a small role in Star Trek, appearing in an episode titled “The Apple” way back in 1967. While her role may have been comparatively small, she was remembered for it and, much to the delight of superfans, popped back up in 2006, in "Star Trek: Of Gods and Men."

Celeste enjoyed a certain amount of success in film and television during the 60s and 70s, even appearing in one of Elvis Presley’s films. Once again, her role was small but memorable. The beautiful young actress starred as a party-goer who caught Presley’s eye and inspired him to sing “A Little Less Conversation.” As her acting career began to fade, Yarnall wisely moved into real estate, where she turned into a huge success. In October 2018 she passed away after a long and hard battle.

Robert Picardo as Emergency Medical Hologram

Here’s something you probably don’t know about your favorite Emergency Medical Hologram. The actor who played the role, Robert Picardo, was all set to become a real-life doctor before he took a complete 180 and went into acting instead. After graduating from William Penn Charter School, Picardo launched into Yale, ready to take on life as a pre-med student. But the drama department was calling to him and, unable to resist, Picardo changed his course, eventually graduating from Yale with a drama degree rather than a medical one!

Given his history, it’s such a beautiful turn of events that Picardo went on to take the Emergency Medical Hologram (EMH) role on Star Trek. More commonly referred to as “The Doctor,” Picardo’s EMH character popped up in the "Star Trek: Voyager" films. Since then, he’s enjoyed a fruitful acting career with roles in film and television, and on Broadway.

Anthony Montgomery as Ensign Travis Mayweather

Anthony Montgomery graced the decks of the USS Enterprise at the same time and for the same 98-episode duration as Dominic Keating. The Indianapolis native had already been building a solid acting career, with appearances in both film and television, when he was cast as Ensign Travis Mayweather in "Star Trek: Enterprise."

After his role came to an end, Montgomery dabbled in stand-up comedy for a while. He continued his acting work while also developing his skills as a graphic novelist. He’s currently enjoying a regular starring role on the ABC soap opera, "General Hospital," in which he plays Andre Maddox.

Whoopi Goldberg as Guinan

Whoopi Goldberg’s role was an interesting one. She played Guinan, from the El-Aurian race, who spend their time listening to the universe. Guinan’s home planet was decimated by the Borg (a cyborg species who like to destroy things), turning her into a refugee.

After a long life in the Star Trek universe, Goldberg’s career took off and, along with being a household name, she is now the proud owner of Oscar, Grammy, Emmy and Tony awards. Goldberg blazoned her name in the history books with her Oscar win, as it was only the second one ever to go to a black woman. Lately, Goldberg has chilled out on the acting, instead happily settling into a co-hosting spot on "The View."

Scarlett Pomers as Naomi Widman

While she may have been one of the youngest cast members to grace the Star Trek decks, Scarlett Pomers was already a surprisingly accomplished performer before she appeared in the show. Along with a number of TV roles, she had appeared in the music video for Michael Jackson’s 1991 hit, “Heal the World.”

Pomers had a decent run on Star Trek, appearing in 17 episodes over a three-year period. Critics were as impressed with her portrayal of Naomi Wildman as the fans were, and Pomers won a Young Artist Award, commending her for an outstanding supporting role in a drama series. After leaving Star Trek, Pomers starred in the TV show, "Reba," and founded the band, SCARLETT (also known as the Scarlett Pomers Band).

Robert Beltran as Commander Chakotay

Robert Beltran certainly did a sterling job, filling the boots of Commander Chakotay, the starship Voyager’s first officer. He was so loved in this role, in fact, that he was twice nominated for an ALMA award and was successful in taking out the award for “Outstanding Actor in a Television Series” from Golden Eagle.

What you may not know about Beltran is that he is a bit of a theater addict. The talented actor has appeared in almost as many stage productions as he has in films. Since Star Trek, he’s enjoyed roles in film, television and theater and, with his talent and unique features, is unlikely to ever be out of work.

DeForest Kelley as Dr. Leonard ‘Bones’ McCoy

When Star Trek hit, DeForest Kelley shot to almost instant fame as Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy. What many don’t know, however, is that Kelley actually had the opportunity to play Spock! He turned the role down, a move many Spock fans are probably thankful for as it’s hard to imagine anyone other than Nimoy in the role.

Kelley apparently turned the role down as he feared being typecast. Yet, as it turned out, he fell victim to the dreaded affliction anyway. As his acting career tapered off, Kelley developed a love for the written word, writing poetry and penning two books. These were supposed to be the first of a series, however, Kelley passed away in 1999 before he could complete the rest of his written works.

Laurence Luckinbill as Sybok

When it comes to Star Trek, Laurence Luckinbill certainly lives up to his luck-filled name. The role he took on—that of Spock’s half-brother, Sybok—was originally intended for Sean Connery. However, Connery was tied up filming "Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade." Luckinbill came on the scene completely unintentionally. He was discovered late one night, when William Shatner was unable to sleep and so was up channel surfing.

Luckinbill’s face popped on the screen and Shatner knew immediately he was the one for the part. What a way to be discovered! Luckenbill’s luck never really ran out as far as his career has been concerned. Since 1968, he has been writing, directing and starring in theater productions, including a good many one-man shows.

George Takei as Captain Hikaru Sulu

George Takei was cast to appear in the second Star Trek pilot and, with its success, went on to star in the resultant Star Trek series. Takei’s role was intended to get bigger quicker than it did. However, the actor’s attention was being taken up by another role. He was still performing in "The Green Berets" as Captain Nim.

Along with a string of film and television roles, George Takei completely mastered social media, his hilarious posts making him even more of an icon than his Star Trek days did. Takei now uses this platform to promote LGBT rights, along with a number of other causes he holds close to his heart. Takei is no “clicktivist,” he is the real deal and has won awards for his work on US-Japan relations in particular, and human rights in general.

Robert Duncan McNeill as Lieutenant Tom Paris

Robert Duncan McNeill is a Star Trek veteran, having taken on a couple of different roles while also directing several episodes. His most regular appearance on the show was as Lieutenant Tom Paris, in "Star Trek: Voyager." However, you can also spot him in an episode of "Star Trek: The Next Generation."

McNeill did take on acting roles outside of Star Trek (including an appearance as himself in the documentary, "Trekkies") but his passion is most definitely with directing. He has an impressive CV, having taken the helm of shows like "Dawson’s Creek," "Medium," and "Desperate Housewives." McNeill also produced and directed "Chuck," for NBC.

Sarah Silverman as Rain Robinson

Here is another star you may be surprised to discover was in Star Trek. Sassy, the outspoken comedian, Sarah Silverman, joined "Star Trek: Voyager" back in 1996 for a small role that spanned two episodes. Her character, Rain Robinson, was central to a two-part episode named “Future’s End,” which was full of time-traveling fun.

We probably don’t even need to tell you what Silverman has been up to since (but we will)! The comedy superstar has had her own program, "The Sarah Silverman Show," along with a number of comedy specials and appearances in shows like "Louie" and films like "Wreck-it Ralph."

Wil Wheaton as Wesley Crusher

Now let’s take a look at one of the more controversial characters Star Trek produced. Played by Wil Wheaton, Wesley Crusher looks innocent enough. But that was kind of the problem. Fans were not impressed with the way the boy was able to save the day on so many occasions despite struggling to get into the Starfleet Academy. His storylines always felt too contrived and fans were not into it.

Still, Wheaton’s run on the show as Wesley Crusher lasted from 1987 to 1991, spanning the first four seasons of "The Next Generation." Since leaving the show, Wheaton has fared just fine, with no residual issues from the distaste that lingered around his character. Wheaton has appeared in various TV shows, including "Criminal Minds" and "The Big Bang Theory." He also has a hilarious cameo, playing himself in "Family Guy."

Rick Worthy as Jannar

With his Star Trek character, Jannar, Ricky Worthy immersed himself in the role for ten episodes and, with his costume and makeup so completely altering his appearance, was also able to take on other characters in later seasons. While it’s tempting to think that Worthy’s combination of talent and dedication to his immersive roles would lead to a lucrative career, it turns out the reality was far from it.

Worthy wasn’t able to build the recognition factor that’s so helpful in casting calls and auditions. He shared his backstory in "That Guy… Who Was in That Thing," a fascinating documentary released back in 2012. While he had a cushy role on "The Magicians," Worthy admitted his dedication to character acting nearly left him broke and homeless!

Jonathan Frakes as William T. Riker

Jonathan Frakes holds the honor of having appeared in not one but four different Star Trek series: "The Next Generation," "Deep Space Nine," "Voyager," and "Enterprise." Only one other regular cast member can make the same claim (do you remember who?) Frakes is no day-tripper to the world of sci-fi, and his role in Star Trek was more than just a job to him.

From an early age, Frakes was into the sci-fi scene, working at conventions and appearing as various costumed characters. In addition to acting, Frakes also directed many episodes of Star Trek. Since leaving the show, he’s continued his directorial career and also penned a novel titled, "The Abductors: Conspiracy."

Jeri Ryan as Seven of Nine

Seven of Nine was a fascinating character who popped up in "Star Trek: Voyager" and stole every scene she was in. Her full Borg title was “Seven of Nine, Tertiary Adjunct of Unimatrix Zero One” but she had once been Annika Hansen, before her Borg assimilation.

The actress who took on the role, Jeri Ryan, did such a stellar job, she was nominated for four Saturn Awards. In 2001, she finally snagged a win, taking out the best actress award for her portrayal of the Borg. Since leaving Star Trek, Ryan has enjoyed success in the land of television, most recently appearing in "Bosch" and "Arrow."

Connor Trinneer as Commander Charles ‘Trip’ Tucker III

It may shock dedicated Star Trek fans to know that, when Connor Trinneer first auditioned for a role on the show, he had barely a clue what it was about or how big it was in the sci-fi world. At the time, Trinneer didn’t consider himself a sci-fi fan and was really just after whatever work he could get.

While this may sound sacrilegious to some, rest assured, Trinneer became an instant fan the moment he was exposed to sci-fi. By way of proof, Trinneer was nominated in the best supporting actor category at the Saturn Awards, and has since appeared in the popular series, "Stargate Atlantis."

Garret Wang as Ensign Harry Kim

From 1995 to 2001, Garrett Wang brought to our screens the adorably naive, yet undeniably gifted, Ensign Harry Kim. Wang had grown up watching and loving the films, so was excited to audition. When he finally realized how epic the series was, after landing his role, Wang was relieved at how the timeline of events had gone down.

Now a dedicated Star Trek fan as well as a cast member, Wang pops up regularly at conventions and even appeared in "Star Trek: Of Gods and Men," a fan-produced mini-series that came out in 2007. Wang was also involved in the creation of the MMORPG, "Star Trek: Online."

Ricardo Montalban as Khan Noonien Singh

Make way for everyone’s favorite villain: Khan Noonien Singh. Appearing in the original Star Trek series and, of course, "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan," this guy was a pivotal part of Captain Kirk’s world. Khan was originally played by Mexican actor, Ricardo Montalban. The man was a fitness buff who worked out regularly, and it certainly showed!

Montalban had a long and prosperous career beyond Star Trek, spending a good seven of his decades on Earth entertaining us with performances in comedy films, crime shows, dramas, and even musicals. He was an absolute fan favorite and, while he lived a long and happy life, his passing in 2009 (at the age of 88) was mourned by many. As for his character, Khan lives on, taking the form of Benedict Cumberbatch in the 2013 movie, "Star Trek: Into Darkness."

Tim Russ as Lieutenant Tuvok

While Robert Duncan McNeill was a massive contributor to the Star Trek franchise, it’s hard to beat the astounding contribution of Tim Russ. First up, Russ took on the character of Lt. Tuvok, from 1995 to 2001. Tuvok was a Vulcan and performed as both the chief tactical officer and the chief of security for the ship. But Russ didn’t stop there.

The talented creative also worked behind the scenes, producing, directing, and writing and, prior to his Tuvok role, had taken on a number of bit parts. That’s a whole lot of dedication to the show! Outside of Star Trek, Russ has enjoyed plenty of work in film, television, and music. The multi-talented artist shows no signs of slowing down.

Ian Abercrombie as Abbot

Ian Abercrombie was such a legend in the sci-fi world it would’ve been unthinkable if he’d never appeared in Star Trek. Thankfully, that travesty never occurred (not in our lifetime anyway) as Abercrombie appeared in a couple of episodes of "Voyager," playing the roles of the Abbot and Milo.

Abercrombie had a stellar career, appearing in an insane number of films and TV shows. He was in everything from David Lynch’s bizarre masterpiece, "Twin Peaks," to "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and even "How I Met Your Mother." Abercrombie also voiced Palpatine and Darth Sidious in the animations and video games of "Star Wars: The Clone Wars." In January 2012, he sadly passed away.

Evan English as Ensign Tanner

Here’s another "Star Trek: Enterprise" regular for you: Evan English. Playing Ensign Tanner, a Starfleet officer, and helmsman, English stuck around for all four seasons of the Enterprise series. Those with a keen eye will also be able to spot him doing background work in "Star Trek: Insurrection."

English continued his acting work after leaving Star Trek, taking on a number of small roles in major films like "Coyote Ugly," and "Almost Famous." He’s also spent time performing on Broadway and appeared in TV shows like "ER" and "The West Wing." English will always have a heart for Star Trek though, regularly making appearances at conventions and appearing in "Star Trek: The Continuing Mission," a web series produced by fans.

Nana Visitor as Kira Nerys

Fans who tuned in for the Star Trek adventures of the 90s will surely recognize Nana Visitor, aka Kira Nerys. This character was most definitely a product of her generation. Appearing in the show from 1993 to 1999, Kira Nerys was a freedom fighter turned terrorist who fought to free her homeworld, the planet Bajor, from the Cardassians.

Not to be confused with the Kardashians our world is overrun by today, the Cardassians were an alien race who had taken over the crucial planet. For her brilliant work in this role, Nana Visitor was deemed “Best Actress in a Syndicated Series” at the OFTA Television Awards. Since taking her leave of the Star Trek universe, Visitor has enjoyed regular work in film and television.

Aron Eisenberg as Nog

Aron Eisenberg was an American actor that played the beloved character of Nog in all seven seasons of the spinoff series, "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine." Even though he was most famously known for his Star Trek role, Eisenberg appeared in several movies and TV shows over the years.

These included "The Wonder Years," "Tales From the Crypt," and "General Hospital," just to name a few. Only to the knowledge of his biggest fans, Eisenberg was also a professional photographer and opened his own gallery around 2012. Sadly, the beloved Eisenberg passed away on September 21, 2019. He was only 50 years old.

Sir Patrick Stewart as Captain Jean Luc Picard

Patrick Stewart’s glistening dome is practically synonymous with "Star Trek: The Next Generation." Stewart has been appearing on stage, in films and on television for nearly six decades now. Originally hailing from the UK, Stewart spent the 80s working in the American film and television industry.

While his portrayal of Captain Picard made him a cultural icon, much like his colleague William Shatner, Stewart had an equally monumental role waiting for him after his Star Trek days faded. For some, the X-Men franchise is as big of a deal as Star Trek, and no one could’ve played Professor Charles Xavier like Patrick Stewart. Though we can’t say for sure if she’s a Star Trek or an X-Men fan, we can tell you the late Queen Elizabeth II knighted Patrick Stewart in 2010 for his massive contribution to the dramatic arts.

Manu Intiraymi as Icheb

Much like Seven of Nine, Icheb was assimilated by the Borg at a young age but later freed (as much as possible), with a combination of implant removal and counseling. Actor, Manu Intiraymi, filled this role both in "Star Trek: Voyager" and in the fan film, "Star Trek: Renegades."

Outside of Star Trek, Intiraymi has enjoyed steady work in film, television, and theatre. He’s appeared in major shows, like "One Tree Hill," but also has a thing for Indie films. Last we heard of him, he was working on a film called "The Circuit." And in 2016, he appeared in the low-budget film "Unbelievable!!!!!"

Walter Koenig as Pavel Chekov

Star Trek creator, Gene Roddenberry introduced the young Russian character, Pavel Chekov, to even out the age ranges in the show and appeal to a younger audience. Only two actors ever got to audition for the part. The reason? Well, the moment Roddenberry saw Walter Koenig, he knew he had his man. Koenig was the spitting image of Davy Jones, arguably the most popular member of the band, The Monkees.

Roddenberry and his crew put all their hopes in Koenig, and the charismatic young actor didn’t let them down. With his good looks, broad smile, and talent for acting, he was a brilliant addition to the Star Trek cast. Koenig’s career flourished, even after Star Trek, and he has spent a good half-century of his life appearing in films, on the stage, and in various television roles.

Ethan Peck as Spock

In 2018, Ethan Peck took on the daunting task of playing Spock. He is the third actor honored with the chance to fill Leonard Nimoy’s ears in the Star Trek metaverse. He first played Spock in “Star Trek: Discovery,” appearing in the second season of the series.

He hit the screen as everyone’s favorite Vulcan in the Paramount+ original series, “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” (2022). The summer streaming stood up to fan expectations. The fans are incredible, he says. At Trekkie conventions, he is overwhelmed at how the phenomenon that is Spock is something so much bigger than himself.

Stephanie Niznik as Kell Perim

Stephanie Niznik was a talented actress who can trace her success back to her college years. She earned a Master’s in fine arts from Duke University. Niznik played the Trill alien Kell Perim in the 1998 movie, “Star Trek: Insurrection.” In 2002, she appeared as a shape-shifting telepathic Wraith in the opening episode of “Star Trek: Enterprise,” called “Rogue Planet.”

Besides her work on Star Trek, she was known for starring in “Everwood” as Nina. But it was her role as Caitlin Sweeney on “Diagnosis: Murder” that launched her career. Sadly, Niznik passed away under unexpected circumstances in 2019. She was only 52 years of age.

Anson Mount as Christopher Pike

As Captain Christopher Pike in “Star Trek: Discovery,” Anson Mount made a splash in Trekkie fandom. He played the role again in “Short Treks” and “Strange New Worlds.” Mount voiced Batman in the animated movie “Injustice” and played Black Bolt in the short-lived Marvel series "Inhumans."

He is the fourth actor to portray Pike, but the fandom adores Mount’s version. He rewrites Enterprise's masculinity by showing more human emotions. But what you’ll hear about the most is his great hair, acclaim truly warranted! Thankfully, Kevin Feige noticed Mount's talent, and gave him a cameo as Black Bolt in "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness."

Evan Evagora as Elnor

Evan Evagora hails from Australia, and he is the first Australian cast member in a Star Trek television series. He promptly picked up the nickname “Space Legolas” via internet fandom because of his resemblance to the "Lord of the Rings" character. Despite those ears on Elnor, he is not a Vulcan.

It was in “Star Trek: Picard” where Evagora played the hand-combat fighter from Romulan. Fans were astonished he was killed off in Season 2. So, it was welcomed news when Elnor came back to life for the season finale after being revived by Q. Elnor also appeared as a ghost and as a hologram during the season.

William Morgan Sheppard as Dr. Ira Graves

British-born actor William Sheppard performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company for 12 years before acting on television and in films. He had roles in several Star Trek television series. He’s most recognized as Dr. Ira Graves, a cybernetic specialist and one of the top scientific thinkers of the Federation.

He is the Delta quadrant alien in the Klingon race who, realizing he was dying, plotted to transfer his entire consciousness to Data’s body in 2365. But it was found out and transferred from Data to the USS Enterprise’s main database. Sadly, the talented actor passed away in 2019 at the age of 86.

Wilson Cruz as Hugh Culber

As a proud member of the LGBTQ+ acting community, Wilson Cruz was the first to play an openly gay character on a television program. It was “My So-Called Life.” The Brooklyn-born New Yorker joined Star Trek for the first season of “Discovery.” We meet Cruz’s character, Hugh Culber then.

He starts out as a minor character who was rescued as a Borg drone. But as a member of the ship’s top medical team, Culber becomes a main character in the second season. Fun fact: Hugh Culber was ranked by “Syfy” as the 10th sexiest Star Trek character back in 2019.

Michelle Hurd as Raffi Musiker

Television actor Michelle Hurd starred in “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” as Monique Jeffries. Getting her start, she studied theatre at London’s National Theatre after graduating from Boston University. Hurd has the role of Raffi Musiker in “Star Trek: Picard," a character that Trekkies far and wide have quickly fallen in love with.

Raffi is a human from the 24th century who serves Picard as an admiral in Starfleet. Hurd landed the role in 2019 and the show has been streaming since 2020. The actress has also starred in “Leap Years” and “The Glades.” She also starred alongside Sydney Sweeney in the 2023 rom-com "Anyone But You."

Doug Jones as Saru

This actor is a contortionist who plays many grotesque creatures, usually created with prosthetics and heavy makeup. As Commander Saru, Doug Jones has been nominated three times for a Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor, and he won it in 2019. He played Saru in “Star Trek: Discovery” and he reprised it in “Short Treks.”

Saru is a Kelpien who, once (because of a holographic program), appeared human. Jones has collaborated with movie maker Guillermo del Toro in several films, including “The Shape of Water.” He is the Amphibian Man in that film, one of his most famous prosthetic creatures.

Anthony Rapp as Paul Stamets

Perhaps most noteworthy is that Anthony Rapp starred in the original “Rent” musical as Mark Cohen. He is in “Star Trek: Discovery” playing a human male in the Starfleet. Stamets is a scientific engineer of physics and mycology who created instantaneous light travel. Stamets is the partner of Culber, which is the first openly gay relationship in a Star Trek TV show.

Because he’s a mycologist, Stamets enjoys talking theoretically about mushrooms in space, arguing that spores and mycelia are universal building blocks. His character is based on a real-life mycologist named Paul Stamets. In 2019, Rapp made a cameo in "Rent: Live," a television special.

Kate Mulgrew as Kathryn Janeway

“Orange is the New Black” star Kate Mulgrew started out on soaps with “Ryan’s Hope,” portraying the award-winning character, Mary Ryan. She won a Critics’ Choice and a Saturn Award. Moving on to bigger and better things, she played Red on "Orange is the New Black" and Vice Admiral Kathryn Janeway on “Star Trek: Voyager.”

Janeway was one of the most decorated admirals as captain and she proved her stuff successfully navigating the USS Voyager through the Delta Quadrant. Mulgrew also brought Starfleet officer Janeway to the animated series “Prodigy,” as a voice actor. In 2022, Mulgrew appeared in the anthology series "The First Lady," which premiered on Showtime.

Santiago Cabrera as Cristóbal Rios

Santiago Cabrera is a Chilean actor who plays former Starfleet officer Cristóbal Rios in “Star Trek: Picard.” Cabrera stars as “Cris” and he is the pilot of La Sirena. Cris is loved when he comes alive in Spanish-speaking scenes, playfully bringing his Latino heritage to Trekkies. It’s part of Star Trek's history to bring multiculturalism to TV.

Cabrera has had many roles in British television, including BBC’s “The Musketeers.” He has also starred in “Heroes” and “Salvation.” Cabrera surprised Instagram followers in September of 2019 saying he would return to “Picard” for its second season. And he most definitely did.

John Billingsley as Phlox

Doctor Phlox is a character from the Denobulan race who comes from the 2100s. He’s the first of that race to appear in the Star Trek metaverse. John Billingsley plays Dr. Phlox in “Star Trek: Enterprise.” Phlox is the chief medical officer under Captain Archer’s command. He makes his debut in the first episode of the series in 2001.

Billingsley had the fortune to star in an episode of “The X-Files.” He was also in “The Others” as Miles Ballard. In “True Blood,” Billingsley played Coroner Spencer. He was in “CSI: NY,” “Cold Case,” “Out of Time” with Denzel Washington, and “Grey’s Anatomy.”

Sonequa Martin-Green as Michael Burnham

This actress is well known for “Star Trek: Discovery,” as well as for her role in “The Walking Dead.” Martin-Green debuted on television in 2008 with “Law & Order.” It was in 2016 that she landed Michael Burnham on “Discovery.” Burnham finds herself banished for life after committing mutiny.

After serving only six months, she is determined to be an advantage in the war against the Klingons and is brought back on board the USS Discovery. The character was based on Nichelle Nichols’ character Uhura. Martin-Green starred as Tamara in “Once Upon a Time” and as Michelle Terry in “NYC 22.”

Shazad Latif as Ash Tyler

Shazad Latif is a British actor who starred in “Spooks,” a BBC television series. On “Star Trek: Discovery,” Latif played Ash Tyler, getting cast in 2017. Ash Tyler is a Klingon who agreed to go through a string of traumatic surgeries called choH’a to appear human.

He would suffer nightmares because of the very painful procedure. He was the chief of security on the USS Discovery. Formerly called Voq who was his Klingon identity, Ash Tyler would morph back into Voq. In the end, he served both the Klingon Empire and the Federation. Latif is part of the cast of the Disney+ series "Nautilus."

Mary Wiseman as Sylvia Tilly

Sylvia Tilly was an ensign who became a Starfleet lieutenant on “Discovery.” Mary Wiseman plays the character on the series that is streamed on Paramount+. Sylvia Tilly is a human female Earthling from the 23rd century. Wiseman appreciates the inclusive nature of “Star Trek,” dating back to The Original Series, as promoted by Gene Roddenberry.

The actor proudly announced to the fandom that she is queer in 2021. She has appeared on other Star Trek titles such as “Short Treks.” Wiseman has also had roles of varying sizes on Netflix productions such as the movie "Marriage Story" and the series "The Residence."

Christina Chong as La’an Noonien-Singh

In “Strange New Worlds,” Christina Chong plays Lt. La’an Noonien-Singh. The character was born in 2228 on Alpha and was forced to live under the Augment tyrant who ruled during the Eugenics Wars. La’an is a descendant of Khan Nooien-Singh, which is quite a cool little detail, when you think about it.

As a child, her ship was attacked by the Gorn. She survived but was traumatized by the violence of witnessing her people being tortured. Chong also appeared in “Halo: Nightfall and “Line of Duty.” In 2011, she had a role in a “Doctor Who” episode. And in 2021, she had a role in the movie "Tom and Jerry."

Rachael Ancheril as D. Nhan

Canadian actress Rachael Ancheril was born in Toronto and started acting in 2006 with the film “Circuit 3: The Street Monk.” Ancheril was cast for “Star Trek: Discovery” in its second season as a guest star. She became a full cast member in season 3.

She plays Commander Nhan, a USS Enterprise engineer who comes from the Barzan planet in the 2200s. She is known as the first red shirt to actually wear a red shirt. Ancheril was well suited for the role. Her mom was one of “The Original Series” super fans who wrote to NBC to save the show from cancelation.

Alison Pill as Agnes Jurati

It was a high point for Alison Pill to sing rocker Pat Benatar’s classic song “Shadows of the Night” when “Star Trek: Picard” came around. The actress, who is also a musician, was praised by director Jonathan Frakes for the performance, at least according to “Inverse” magazine.

Pill portrayed Agnes Jurati, a human cyberneticist from the 24th century who was assimilated as a Borg Queen while time-traveling to the 21st century. In the end, they agreed to establish a new Borg Collective that would allow members to retain some of their individuality. Her character appeared in season 1 and season 2.

Isa Briones as Soji Asha & Kore Soong

Isabella “Isa” Briones is a musical theater artist who hit the stage at age three. She joined the “Hamilton” touring production in New York and won the Ovation Award in 2018 for her work in the L.A. musical “Next to Normal.” Briones then made it to network television landing “Star Trek: Picard.”

She played an android Soji. Soji discovers she’s not human, but an android, via Data following the Romulan attacks. Briones says she relates to the character as a British-born child of a Filipino father and a Swedish mother and raised in Los Angeles. She is also Kore Soong, the genetically engineered daughter of Adam Soong.

Celia Rose Gooding as Nyota Uhura

As a stage actress, Celia Rose Gooding rose to acclaim with the Broadway musical “Jagged Little Pill,” based on Alanis Morrisette’s song. Her performance was nominated for a Tony. It was a big honor as she was only 20. Getting the role of Nyota Uhura was another honor.

The character was played by venerated Star Trek veteran, the late Nichelle Nichols in The Original Series. Gooding portrays a younger Uhura in “Strange New Worlds.” Both actresses, Nichols and Gooding, held a love of musical theater. Uhura, who was born in Kenya in the 2200s, is a translator and communications specialist aboard the ship.

Harry Treadaway as Narek

The character Narek was created for the pilot episode of “Star Trek: Picard.” He is a Romulan member of Zhat Vash who is romantically linked with Soji. Harry Treadaway plays Narek in the first season. Narek is credited with discovering Soji’s home planet and for preventing chaos by backing up Captain Picard.

Treadaway is also a musician and songwriter. He had a leading role in “Penny Dreadful.” He also starred in “Mr. Mercedes.” In the Netflix series “The Crown,” Treadaway starred as British garden designer Roddy Llewellyn. In 2023, he had a main role in the TV series "The Chemistry of Death."

Orla Brady as Laris & Tallinn

Orla Brady is an award-winning Irish and English stage actress who studied at Philippe Gaulier’s acting school in France. She performed in countless stage productions before landing Star Trek. Her character Laris and Picard kindled a romance that was cut short when he had to depart.

She also plays Tallinn who is like a guardian angel character. Brady says she thinks that Tallinn, who obviously looks similar to Laris, is brought into the series to create a sort of love triangle in Picard and alter his progression as a character. In 2022, Brady appeared in an episode of the crime comedy series "Death in Paradise."

Jess Bush as Christine Chapel

This actress made it in showbiz after appearing on “Australia’s Next Top Model.” Jess Bush stars in “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.” As Nurse Christine Chapel, Bush was faced with the intimidating task of performing the part originally played by Majel Barrett-Roddenberry, the legendary actress from "The Original Series."

The actress told “The Hollywood Reporter” that it was a huge honor to play Nurse Chapel. She viewed all of Majel’s performances, but she got the part by making Nurse Chapel all her own. In terms of what she is doing right now with her life, we have pretty much covered everything already.

David Warner as Gul Madred

Picard’s sadistic torturer Gul Madred is played by actor David Warner in “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” Jean-Luc Picard memorably confronts Madred, saying he finds him a “pitiable man.” Madred was a Cardassian officer, and he was put in charge of Picard’s interrogation.

He nearly broke the will of the starship captain. Besides TNG, Warner has starred in Star Trek productions, “Star Trek: V: The Final Frontier” and “Star Trek: VI: The Undiscovered Country.” In the latter, he played Chancellor Gorkon, and in the former, St. John Talbot. Sadly, in 2022, Warner passed away from a cancer-related illness. He was just five days shy of turning 81.

Cirroc Lofton as Jake Sisko

In 1992, Cirroc Lofton was cast for “Deep Space Nine.” He was the youngest cast member at age 14 when he first played Jake Sisko and he stayed on for the show’s entire run. He also appeared on “7th Heaven.” In 2004, Lofton joined other Star Trek actors in “Trekkies 2,” a documentary about the show.

He also took part in a fan film called “Star Trek: Of Gods and Men” which was directed by Tim Russ who plays Tuvok. After Star Trek, Lofton got a starring role on “The Hoop Life.” His last acting credit was in the movie "The Wedding Pact 2: The Baby Pact."

Babs Olusanmokun as Joseph M’Benga

This Nigerian American actor joined the “Strange New World” series in 2022. Babs Olusanmokun got his start in New York. He’s a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt champion. He has a long list of television credits including “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” and “Roots.”

Talking to “The Hollywood Reporter,” Olusanmokun shares the complexity and the beauty of playing Dr. M’Benga. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Joseph M’Benga was first played by Booker Bradshaw in The Original Series. He said the character’s relationship with his granddaughter was touching. He also starred in “Dune.”

Rebecca Romijn as Una Chin-Riley

The character Una Chin-Riley, who was nicknamed “Number One” on The Original Series, was originally played by Majel Barrett. In fact, Gene Roddenberry created Number One for Barrett to play in the first pilot. Yet it was in vain as NBC execs axed her character and Barrett played Nurse Chapel instead.

Rebecca Romijn first played Una Chin-Riley on “Discovery.” That was 2018. Now, she is reprising her role in “Strange New Worlds.” Romijn is a model and an actress. She appeared on the cover of many major fashion magazines before landing the role of Mystique in “X-Men,” thus launching her acting career.

Bruce Horak as Hemmer

Bruce Horak took the role of Hemmer, even though he knew the character would not make it through the first season of the Paramount+ series “Strange New Worlds.” But when he went out, he went out heroically, sacrificing himself in order to save the life of Nyota Uhura.

The chief engineer who has unmistakable snail-like antennae was attacked by a Gorn. The creature spit venom at Nyota and Hemmer rushed to her protection, taking the venom hit. When he learns the venom makes his body a host for countless Gorn spawns, he kills himself.

Melissa Navia as Erica Ortegas

For Melissa Navia, getting a chance to play Erica Ortegas was the perfect fit. She said it was meant to be. She loves the “Strange New Worlds” character because, she says, Lieutenant Ortegas is so cool. She is Latina, an adept pilot, tough, but funny, and she totally relates to her, according to a “Hollywood Life” interview.

In 2018, she won the best actress award at the Wild Rose Independent Film Festival for the science fiction movie, “The Paragon Cortex.” In 2021, Navia suffered an unbelievable tragedy when her partner passed away just three days after being diagnosed with leukemia.

Nicole de Boer as Ezri Dax

Nicole de Boer is a Canadian actor who made a foray into American television and film with various sci-fi roles. Starring in “Cube,” a cult thriller directed by Vincenzo Natali, cemented her place as a solid science fiction actress. She landed a part in “The Outer Limits” and then soon landed an audition on “Deep Space Nine” as Lieutenant Ezri Dax.

She played the character for two seasons. Boer also had a significant role in the series “The Dead Zone.” From 2002 to 2007 she played Sarah Bannerman. In 2021, her time as Becca D'Orsay on the show "Private Eyes" came to an end.

Michael Pataki as First Officer Korax

With a strong run in ‘70s TV, Michael Pataki had roles on “Batman,” “The Twilight Zone,” “The Amazing Spider-Man,” and “All in the Family.” On “Star Trek,” Pataki was adored as the feisty First Officer Korax, a Klingon from the Original Series. Korax was an obnoxious character who memorably started a fight in the episode, “The Trouble with Tribbles.”

In the TV series “The Next Generation,” he portrayed Governor Karmas. Pataki played another colorful character on “Happy Days,” a comical Russian defector. Sadly, Pataki passed away from cancer. However, he did have a posthumous role in nearly a decade after his passing, in the movie "Cans Without Labels."

Julianne Christie as Dexa and Ah’len

This actress was in two Star Trek productions. In “Star Trek: Voyager,” she played Dexa. And in “Star Trek: Enterprise” during the first season in an episode called, “Unexpected,” she played Ah’len. Christie starred alongside William Shatner in a 2002 film called, “Shooting Stars.”

This actress is also credited in “The Nutty Professor” with Eddie Murphy. And she has had roles in “NYPD Blue.” When she’s not taking television roles, she performs on stage and teaches drama. In 2023, Christie appeared in four episodes of the neo-Western series "Joe Pickett," starring alongside the likes of Michael Dorman and Julianna Guill.

Marc Alaimo as Gul Dukat

This actor appeared in a long list of ‘70s and ‘80s television shows, like “The Incredible Hulk,” “Knight Rider,” and “The Six Million Dollar Man.” In film, he’s known for “Total Recall” with Arnold Schwarzenegger. Marc Alaimo got his start in acting as a classically trained Shakespearean actor.

But it was his role as Gul Dukat where he garnered the most acclaim. He played the villain Dukat in the “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” series. Alaimo also played characters in “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” in which his claim to fame is playing the first ever Romulan dude, Commander Tebok.

Cyia Batten as Tora Ziyal

Cyia Batten danced with The Pussycat Dolls and starred in horror films before appearing on Star Trek productions. She’s known for “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning” and “Killer Movie.” In 2005, she was awarded Best Actress at Los Angeles Screamfest for her portrayal of a substance addict in the movie “Cookers.”

Batten played Tora Ziyal on “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” (1993), but it wasn’t her only Trekkie adventure. She also had roles in “Star Trek: Voyager” and “Star Trek: Enterprise.” For one reason or another, Batten hasn't done much acting in recent times, with her last role coming in the TV film "Killer Reality."

Peter Weller as Rogue Admiral A. Marcus

It was the 1987 box office winner “Robocop” that put this actor on the map. Peter Weller starred in “Star Trek Into Darkness” as Admiral Alexander Marcus. He landed that role after appearing in “Fringe,” a FOX program in which J.J. Abrams was involved.

Weller played John Fredrick Paxton, leader of the Terra Prime, in the fourth season of “Star Trek: Enterprise.” He began his career as a stage actor but landed a long list of credits in television and film. In 2022, Weller appeared in an episode of the Netflix series "Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities," which was followed by a 3-episode role on the Paramount+ series "Rabbit Hole" in 2023.

Tony Todd as Kurn

Kurn is Worf’s brother and Tony Todd played the character on the TV series “Star Trek: The Next Generation” (1987) and “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” (1993). Todd also appeared in “Star Trek: Voyager” (1995) as Alpha Hirogen. Tony Todd made guest appearances in “The X-Files” and starred in “Night of the Living Dead.”

His most famous role was in the 1992 horror movie “Candyman” as the eponymous slasher with a meat hook hand. At 6’5” with a deep voice and a threatening demeanor, Todd has proved perfect for sci-fi and horror movie genres. Todd continues to star in B-list horrors until this very day.

'I Failed Horribly': Star Trek's William Shatner Reveals His Biggest Regret

Star Trek legend William Shatner accepts responsibility for Star Trek V: The Final Frontier underperforming, acknowledging it as a significant setback in his career and his biggest regret.

Speaking to THR about his new autobiographical documentary, William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill , the 92-year-old Shatner reflected on his inexperience as a feature film director and the mistakes he made with Star Trek V: The Final Frontier . Admitting his failure, Shatner discussed his regret of not having the support and confidence to pursue his ideas fully. Shatner's original concept of exploring the theme of searching for God was met with skepticism from studio executives, leading to compromises in his vision. Shatner's struggles extended to managing the film's budget and dealing with studio constraints resulting in a production that fell short of its projected success, both commercially and critically.

'The Phone Didn't Ring': Walter Koenig Reflects on Career Struggles After Star Trek

Shatner stated, " I failed... In my mind, I failed horribly . I wish that I’d had the backing and the courage to do the things I felt I needed to do. My concept was, ' Star Trek goes in search of God,' and management said, 'Well, who’s God? We’ll alienate the nonbeliever, so, no, we can’t do God.' And then somebody said, 'What about an alien who thinks they’re God?” Then it was a series of my inabilities to deal with the management and the budget. I failed. In my mind, I failed horribly . When I’m asked, 'What do you regret the most?,' I regret not being equipped emotionally to deal with a large motion picture . So in the absence of my power, the power vacuum filled with people that didn’t make the decisions I would’ve made."

Star Trek V Has Its Challenges

The visual effects in Star Trek V: The Final Frontier were marred by challenges, notably the unavailability of the esteemed effects house Industrial Light and Magic (ILM). Shatner engaged a different VFX company resulting in disappointing outcomes. Despite high expectations for the film's success, it faced stiff competition from other summer blockbusters like Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade , Ghostbusters II and Batman creating a crowded market unprecedented in the number of sequels released simultaneously.

Without Lucille Ball, Star Trek Would've Failed Before Its Pilot Episode

Analysts had anticipated The Final Frontier to rake in nearly $200 million, but it fell significantly short, grossing only $49.5 million domestically and $63 million globally. Critically, the film was met with negative reviews, with critics such as Rob Lowing of The Sun Herald describing it as "likable but average," while Roger Ebert of The Chicago Sun-Times and Rita Kempley of The Washington Post criticized it as "a mess" and "a shambles," respectively.

Source: The Hollywood Reporter

Star Trek V: The Final Frontier

Captain Kirk and his crew must deal with Mr. Spock's long-lost half-brother who hijacks the Enterprise for an obsessive search for God at the center of the galaxy.

Director William Shatner

Release Date June 9, 1989

Cast Todd Bryant, Nichelle Nichols, Walter Koenig, William Shatner, George Takei, Leonard Nimoy, Deforest Kelley, James Doohan, David Warner

Writers Harve Bennett, Gene Roddenberry, William Shatner

Runtime 107 minutes

Main Genre Science Fiction

Genres Action, Science Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy

Production Company Paramount Pictures, Polyphony Digital

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Timber Dan Toy Show

The Timber Dan Antique and Collectible Toy Show and Sale will take place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at the First National Bank Exhibition Hall at The Ranch, 5280 Arena Circle.

The event will have thousands of collectible, vintage and antique toys on display and for sale, including farm toys, die-cast racing, Star Wars and Star Trek, Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Tonka, large pressed steel, tin litho, windup, GI Joe, cast iron, airplanes, construction, games, models, advertising, promos and more.

The show is sponsored by the Loveland Lions Club as a fundraiser for charity programs, such as eye exams and glasses for the poor, scholarships and community support.

Admission is $5. Children 12 and younger are free.

Early entry at 7-9 a.m. is available for $10.

For details, contact Sherlyn Sampson at 970-663-9392 or visit lovelandlionsclubs.org/sites/ToyShow.htm .

‘Synergy’

A poetry reading and reception will take place for “Synergy” at noon Saturday, March 30, in the main gallery of the Loveland Public Library, 300 N. Adams Ave., with the eight poets who were chosen for the Art in Public Places Program.

These poets competed in a blind-juried contest and were chosen to write poetry in response to juried artwork in a call-for-entry by the Visual Arts Commission. The poems and artwork show titled “Synergy” will be displayed for a year at the Loveland Public Library.

Selected poets are Marj Hahne, Lynne McNamara, Erin Robertson, Belle Schmidt, Valerie Szarek, Kathryn Winograd, Lorrie Wolfe and Lisa Zimmerman.

The artists speak about their works and the poets read their poems.

Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome.

For details, visit lovelandpubliclibrary.org/events .

Petty Nicks Experience

The Petty Nicks Experience will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at the Rialto Theater Center, 228 E. Fourth St.

Enjoy the soaring vocals and harmonies on hit after hit, spectacular costumes and staging, beautiful and authentic instruments, an amazing light show and, to top it all off, a captivating and fantastic video show contemplating the question: What if” Stevie Nicks had joined Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers full time?

Tickets are $32-$51.

For details, call 970-962-2120 or visit rialtotheatercenter.org .

A Moonlight Mirage Adult Prom to benefit the Winter Holiday Council will take place at 7:30-11 p.m. Friday, May 3, at Casa Sagrada, 404 E. Third St.

DJ Brian Howe will provide music for dancing and there will be three photo booths, food and non-alcoholic drinks, a cash bar, local artists and more.

Tickets are $25 for one or $40 for two through April 1, available at tickettailor.com/events/winterholidaycouncil/1143061? . The prices increase to $30 and $60 on April 1.

Philo Club Auction

The Philo Club of Loveland will work with Bean & Bean online auctions to offer items for bid in a “Family & Friends” Fundraiser.

Bidding begins on Sunday, March 24, and closes at 6 p.m. April 4.

All proceeds will support service projects for individual and family needs in the Loveland and Berthoud communities.

Items up for auction include jewelry, collectibles, dolls and doll accessories, tables, chairs, lamps, mirrors, art pieces, kitchen items, a guitar, a drywall lift and more.

To view the listings and to bid, visit BeanandBean.hibid.com .

Purchased items can be picked up at 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 5-6 at 3816 W. Eisenhower Blvd. Contact Bean & Bean at 970-461-9838 for questions about shipping.

Summer Classes

The Loveland Museum has opened registration for its new lineup of summer art classes and camps.

Offerings range from classes for tots, children and adults; museum camps; Lone Tree School and printmaking.

For details or to register, visit thelovelandmuseum.org/classes-camps-workshops .

PEO Flower Sale

PEO-FL will host its 42nd annual Flower Sale Fundraiser at noon-4 p.m. Thursday, May 9, at Faith Church 2707 N. Wilson Ave.

Hanging baskets, flowering pots, grasses and potted plants will be available.

Funds raised will go for education scholarships to deserving women in the Loveland/Fort Collins area.

All orders must be received by May 1.

For details or to receive an order form please contact Mary Ella Peterson at 970-667-6201 or [email protected] .

Mornings at McKee

The Mornings at McKee senior series will take place at 9-10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 28, at McKee Medical Center, 2000 N. Boise Ave.

Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Garrett Snyder, will share information about common hip injuries and treatment options to get back to life’s activities. Snyder specializes in orthopedic and sports medicine procedures of the lower extremities.

Admission is free. Registration is not required.

For details, visit mckeefoundation.com/morningsatmckee .

College for Kids

Registration for the 2024 College for Kids (C4K) program at Aims Community College opens March 25.

C4K is a summer program that provides an array of classes for learners ​9​ to 12 years old​, with morning and afternoon classes, two snacks and lunch.

C​lasses include Mad Science​, Active Aardvarks​, Art Exploration, Dino World, Hawaiian Island Creations, Photography, Wilderness Survival and more.​

On the Loveland campus, the four-day program will take place June 3-6.

On the following weeks in June the program moves to the Fort Lupton, Windsor and Greeley campuses.

​Parents are asked to review the class descriptions to help plan ​t​heir child​ren’s schedule​s.

Tuition is $75.

T​o register, visit  aims.co/C4K . Space is limited and fills up fast.

For details, email [email protected] or call 970-330-8008.

Old Norse Speaker

Jackson Crawford, an expert in Old Norse language, sagas and culture, will speak at 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, at MeadKrieger Meadery, 452 N. Washington Ave.

Crawford taught Scandinavian studies at the University of California Los Angeles, University of California Berkeley and University of Colorado, and has been a consultant on Old Norse language and runes on multimedia projects.

Tickets are $20, available at meadkrieger.com .

Hearts & Horses

Hearts & Horses Therapeutic Riding Center, 163 N. County Road 29, will hold a volunteer orientation session at 5-6 p.m. ​Monday, ​A​pril 1.

Learn about different kinds of volunteer roles, how to get into training, what schedules look like and get a tour of the property.

For details, contact Emmy Soyka at [email protected] or 970-663-4200 or visit heartsandhorses.org/events .

FORT COLLINS

Fly fishing film tour.

The 18th annual Fly fishing Film Tour will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, March 29, at the Lincoln Center, 417 W. Magnolia St.

This year’s selection of short films are sure to get audiences fired up for the season ahead. The F3T is the original and largest fly fishing film event of its kind. Come for the action and stay for the giveaways and camaraderie that will feed fishing addictions.

Tickets are $17-$25.

For details, call 970-221-6730 or visit lctix.com .

Easter Eggstravaganza

An Easter Eggstravaganza will be held at 10 a.m.-noon Friday, March 29, at the Community Recreation Center Indoor Pool, 250 N. 11th St.

Ages 3-5 can search for eggs in the water during the egg splash in the indoor pool; take part in our traditional egg hunt in the gym; and enjoy open gym activities, games, and a chance to win door prizes. Kids should bring an Easter basket and swimsuit.

Cost is $7. Register at windsorgov.com/calendar.aspx?EID=6439 .

Children’s Festival

The Northern Colorado Children’s Festival will be held at 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 30 at Island Grove Events Center, 521 N. 15th Ave.

The festival offers opportunities for play for children up to age 8, and is free for families.

Each family will get a bag with parenting resources, and can visit more than 90 booths, offering hands-on activities, early childhood health screenings, age appropriate books and more. Onstage children’s entertainment is provided, including singers and dancers.

For details, visit unitedway-weld.org/programs/northern-colorado-childrens-festival .

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Why Hasn't 'Star Trek: Legacy' Been Greenlit? CBS CEO Explains Paramount's Plans

CBS' CEO George Cheeks isn't ruling it out, but "it’s really about the cadence and the timeline of it."

The Big Picture

• Star Trek: Picard spin-off of Legacy has not been greenlit yet.
• CBS CEO George Cheeks confirms Star Trek is still a priority for Paramount.
• Cheeks is not ruling out the possibility of a Legacy series but explains that it's all about timing.

Paramount+ has a number of Star Trek projects in the works, but the proposed Star Trek: Legacy spin-off of Picard has yet to get the green light — despite the wishes of fans and creatives. A new interview with CBS CEO George Cheeks sheds some light on the matter, suggesting that the go-ahead for any future Trek projects is all about timing. In a conversation with Vulture , when asked about an official go-ahead for Legacy and the future of Trek at the streamer, given the recent cancellation of Star Trek: Discovery and the reassignment of Star Trek: Prodigy to Netflix, Cheeks gave the following answer:

"Star Trek remains one of the most important franchises for Paramount Global, and Paramount+ specifically. There’s so much great opportunity with the franchise, and it’s really about the cadence and the timeline of it. We don’t want to offer up all these amazing premium drama series at once. We want to time it out appropriately. Luckily, we have this incredible partner in Alex Kurtzman , and we all work together to sort of manage long-range planning across many years, to figure out what’s the right cadence for dropping new Star Trek series. So there’s a lot we’re focused on, but it should not suggest to you [a scaling back]. There is a tremendous amount of focus and prioritizing of the Star Trek franchise."

There are currently more official Star Trek projects in the works than ever before. Two live-action series are in production; Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is currently filming its third season , and Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is in the pre-production stage. The fifth season of the animated Star Trek: Lower Decks is in the works , as is the first-ever Star Trek TV movie, Section 31 . Prodigy , although it is no longer available on Paramount, is currently completing post-production on its second season, which will be released on Netflix this year.

What Is 'Star Trek: Legacy'?

While much of Picard 's final season focused on reuniting the cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation for one final adventure to save the Federation, the series also set up a potential "next Next Generation " of characters who could propel the franchise into the future.

The series ended with Seven of Nine ( Jeri Ryan ), a former Borg drone introduced in Star Trek: Voyager , being given command of the newly-rechristened USS Enterprise-G . Other crew members include Picard characters Raffi Musiker ( Michelle Hurd ), Jack Crusher ( Ed Speleers ), the son of Jean-Luc Picard and Beverly Crusher; and Geordi La Forge's daughter, Sidney LaForge ( Ashlei Sharpe Chestnut ). The series' final episode ended on a potential teaser, as the godlike Q ( John De Lancie ) appears before Crusher , telling him that his "trial," much like the one he subjected Picard to over the course of Next Generation 's seven seasons, had just begun.

Picard's third-season showrunner, Terry Matalas , has noted his eagerness to continue the story with a Legacy spin-off, as have members of the show's proposed cast . Fans, likewise, have responded with a letter-writing campaign to Paramount. Speleers is also confident that the series will happen if fans stay "noisy about it."

Star Trek: Legacy 's future at Paramount remains unclear. Stay tuned to Collider for future updates.

Star Trek: Picard

Follow-up series to Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) and Star Trek: Nemesis (2002) that centers on Jean-Luc Picard in the next chapter of his life.

Watch on Paramount+

Special Equipment Pack - Herald Kits

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It is not bound and thus it can be traded, mailed, sold or purchased from the Exchange . (At the Exchange, this pack can be found under "Reward Packs" tab, while content of the pack can be found under "Personal Equipment -> Kits".)

Game Description [ | ]

The label on this box indicates that it contains a new variation of kit technology based on recovered Herald equipment. All Herald kits have two randomly-generated skill mods, and a unique enhancement which boosts the output of a specific weapon type. Additionally, each kit has at least one slot that can allow for any Module from their profession, instead of being restricted to one specialization or the other.

Content [ | ]

Any captain opening this package will be granted a random kit appropriate to their profession, and of a Mark that is appropriate for their level.

Note: Herald Kit will receive one unique mod and two standard mods.

• 1 Playable starship
• 3 Merian Command Science Dreadnought