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May 1, 2010
Obituaries
Majel Barrett Roddenberry, the widow of “Star Trek” creator Gene Roddenberry and an actress whose longtime association with the “Star Trek” franchise included playing Nurse Christine Chapel in the original series, died early Thursday morning.
Dec. 19, 2008
Television
Majel Barrett Roddenberry, the widow of “Star Trek” creator Gene Roddenberry and an actress whose longtime association with the “Star Trek” franchise included playing Nurse Christine Chapel in the original series, died early Thursday.
Dec. 20, 2008
When word got out in 1968 that the thoughtful but low-rated NBC science-fiction series “Star Trek” would be canceled, a grass-roots letter-writing campaign was organized in support of creator Gene Roddenberry.
Oct. 26, 1991
Movies
“Star Trek VI,” due in theaters this Christmas, will carry a dedication to Gene Roddenberry, the “Star Trek” creator who died Oct. 24.
Nov. 3, 1991
Television: The late ‘Star Trek’ creator conceived of the concept in 1976 but it got pushed to the back burner. Now his widow has brought it to life.
Oct. 23, 1997
Business
‘$tar Trek’: Eileen Roddenberry, the ex-wife of “Star Trek” creator Gene Roddenberry, has been awarded more than $4.5 million in residuals and profits from the highly successful television show and its spinoffs, according to her attorney.
Feb. 18, 1993
The late Gene Roddenberry, known affectionately to his fans as the Great Bird of the Galaxy, had a favorite phrase that he liked to say at “Star Trek” conventions.
Jan. 3, 1993
Entertainment & Arts
“Star Trek: The Cage.” Paramount. $29.98.
Nov. 11, 1986