TV's first interracial kiss launched a lifelong career in activism(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Matthew Delmont, Arizona State University(THE CONVERSATION) On Nov. 22, 1968, an episode of “Star Trek” titled “Plato’s Stepchildren” broadcast the first interracial kiss on American television. Casting Nichelle Nichols as Lieutenant Uhura created possibilities for more creative and socially relevant “Star Trek” storylines. She leveraged her role on “Star Trek” to become a recruiter for NASA, where she pushed for change in the space program. After the first season of “Star Trek” concluded in 1967, Nichols considered quitting after being offered a role on Broadway.

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