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She briefly considered leaving the show for another rolebefore Martin Luther King Jr. talked her out of it.
What youve accomplished, for all of us, will only be real if you stay.
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A remarkable woman in a remarkable role.
Nichelle, you will be deeply missed.
Sending much love and respect.pic.twitter.com/ZRnMblXx0Z
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Nichelle.
I will certainly miss her.
Sending my love and condolences to her family.
Bill
Nichelle Nichols told us that we belonged in outer space.
The heavens have gained an Uhura today.
Many actors become stars, but few stars can move a nation.
Thank you, Nichelle.
Her kindness and bravery lit the path for many.
May she forever dwell among the stars.#RIPNichelle#Uhurapic.twitter.com/nFXHif8HEC
Nichelle Nichols was The First.
The importance of Nichelle’s legacy cannot be over-emphasized.
Uhura.Her name, a kiss in every mouth.Nichelle Nichols.Rest well.
