Star Trek's most famous kiss almost didn't happen.
Summary SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Star Trek: The Original Series' iconic interracial kiss between Captain James T. Kirk and Lt. Uhura would likely not have happened if not for William Shatner. Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry wanted his series to push boundaries and depict a future where everyone was accepted for who they were.
Related Star Trek: The Original Series Cast & Character Guide Star Trek: The Original Series features some of the most iconic characters in all of science fiction with the crew of the original USS Enterprise. William Shatner Says Star Trek’s First Interracial Kirk & Uhura Kiss Would Not Have Happened Without Him Shatner made sure Kirk's kiss with Uhura stayed in the final episode.
William Shatner: Yes, I puckered up my lips and ... Like that. I mean, no longer with us, but in her lifetime, she was a remarkably attractive lady. William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill will be available for video-on-demand rental or purchase everywhere on April 26th.
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