George Takei leads Star Trek tributes to ‘trailblazing’ Nichelle Nichols

Actor Nichelle Nichols (Barry Brecheisen/Invision/AP)

George Takei is among the Star Trek actors who have paid tribute to “trailblazing” Nichelle Nichols following her death at the age of 89.

The actress was best known for her role as communications officer Lt Uhura in the original Star Trek television series, which aired from 1966-69.