Nichelle Nichols ~⚰️{Death}  
Born Grace Dell Nichols {December 28, 1932 – July 30, 2022}

Was an American actress, singer, and dancer best known for her portrayal of Nyota Uhura in Star Trek: The Original Series, and its film sequels. Nichols' portrayal of Uhura was ground-breaking for African American actresses on American television
from 1977 until 2015
 Nichols volunteered her time to promote NASA's programs, and to recruit diverse astronauts, including women and ethnic minorities