births
December 28, 1932
Nichelle Nichols, American actress (died 2022)
Nichelle Nichols
Grace Dell "Nichelle" Nichols was an American actress, singer and dancer whose portrayal of Uhura in Star Trek and its film sequels was groundbreaking for African American actresses on American television. From 1977 to 2015, she volunteered her time to promote NASA's programs and recruit diverse astronauts, including some of the first female and ethnic minority astronauts.
December 28
December 28 is the 362nd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; three days remain until the end of the year.