Live Long and Prosper: Where Are The Actresses of ‘Star Trek’ Now?

Published on 01/01/2018
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Dr. Beverly Crusher – Gates McFadden

Gates McFadden has actually lead a double life, as both an incredible actress and a choreographer. She famously played Dr Beverley Crusher in Star Trek: The Next Generation and four movies that followed on from the hit show. These include Star Trek Generations in 1994, Star Trek First Contact in 1996, Star Trek Insurrection in 1998 and Star Trek Nemesis in 2002. You may have also seen her in movies like The Hunt For Red October, Taking Care of Business, Party of Five, LA Law and The Cosby Show. She also has an alter ego, Cheryl McFadden the choreographer, and worked behind the scenes of Labyrinth, the Muppets Take Manhattan and Dream Child.

Dr. Beverly Crusher – Gates McFadden

Dr. Beverly Crusher – Gates McFadden

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Guinan – Whoopi Goldberg

Whoopi Goldberg has enjoyed a star-studded career as a leading Hollywood actress, comedian, author and TV host. The multi-talented and award-winning actress really did make a memorable impression on Star Trek: The Next Generation, playing Guinan, an El-Aurian. She also starred in two spin-off Star Trek movies. Aside from her Trekky career, she is best known for her unforgettable roles in Ghost, Sister Act, The Color Purple, Made In America, Girl Interrupted and even lent her voice to the Lion King.

Guinan Whoopi Goldberg

Guinan Whoopi Goldberg

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