Majel Barrett-Roddenberry (23 Feb 1932 – 18 Dec 2008; age 76), the widow of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry who nurtured the legacy of the seminal science fiction TV series after his death, has died. She was 76 and died of leukemia Thursday morning at her home in Bel-Air.
Majel was a recurring actress in the Star Trek franchise and was the wife of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry from 1969 until his passing in 1991. This association with Roddenberry and his most famous creation has earned Barrett the title "The First Lady of Star Trek."
Though she played many characters in the Star Trek franchise such as the ship’s computer voice on multiple series as well as the mother of Deanna Troi, I was always fond of her role as Nurse Christine Chapel working side by side with ‘Bones’ on the original series.
Patrick and I attended the Star Trek Convention in Vegas a few months ago and she made an appearance on the main stage, I recall telling Pat at that time that she looked very sick, pale and gaunt in the vendor room where she was trying to sign autographs.
Rest in peace Nurse Chapel.
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I do indeed remember your remark about her health. All I can say, is that she was as kind and graceful then, as she was during her youthful filming period in Star Trek. I also enjoyed her as the voice for the various computer systems, and as Mrs. Troi in ST:TNG and ST:DS9. R.I.P. You will be missed.
[...] Geeknews » Majel Barrett-Roddenberry “First Lady of Star Trek” – RIP – This really surprised and truly saddened me. It just doesn’t seem right somehow that she’s gone. I was 7 years old at the time the show first aired. My parents would let me stay up until 10pm to watch. It’s still my favorite Star Trek. [...]