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Fresh off her stint as in "The Walking Dead," Sonequa Martin-Green joined "Star Trek: Discovery" as First Officer Michael Burnham. Orphaned as a child, she was raised by on the planet Vulcan by Spock's parents. After serving with Captain Georgiou on the starship Shenzhou, Officer Burnham goes on to serve on the USS Discovery. Martin-Green's character marks the first time that the "Star Trek" narrative has centered around a female protagonist.
Martin-Green has said that the thing she wanted the most after she landed the role was to meet Nichelle Nichols. Upon meeting, Nichols said to Martin-Green, "Enjoy this moment. It’s yours now."
Martin-Green has said that the thing she wanted the most after she landed the role was to meet Nichelle Nichols. Upon meeting, Nichols said to Martin-Green, "Enjoy this moment. It’s yours now."
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