What were the "two best parts about being on Star Trek" according to George Takei? Here's what the star said in 2013

Award-winning star George Takei made his Star Trek debut in 1966 in The Original Series. His contribution to the iconic sci-fi franchise as Hikaru Kato Sulu (USS Enterprise's helmsman) continues to resonate among fans to this day. While in an interview with CallMeAdam in 2013, Takei shared his feelings about being a part of the Gene Roddenberry classic and also talked about what drew him to the show.

To quote George Takei:

"There were two best parts about being on Star Trek. One was the vision that Gene Roddenberry infused into the show."

He further added:

"The second best part about being on Star Trek was my colleagues. They have become lifelong friends over the years."

In the same interview, George Takei further said that Gene Roddenberry portrayed the "human future" in Star Trek "as a good one" filled with challenges. It’s also a story about how confidently every obstacle is overcome — one of the main reasons why Takei was so inspired by the show.

Star Trek icon George Takei was "very proud" to be a part of Gene Roddenberry's vision of the future

Back in 2013, George Takei mentioned in a statement to CallMeAdam that Gene Roddenberry metaphorically portrayed the Starship Enterprise in Star Trek as representing "Starship Earth." He also added that he "was very proud" to have been a part of such a visionary creation.

As George said:

"Gene said the Starship Enterprise was a metaphor for Starship Earth and the strength of its starship was to find the strength in our diversity. I was very proud to be part of this vision and to be identified with it."

George Takei also got "lifelong friends" while working on the set of Star Trek

As George Takei mentioned while speaking to CallMeAdam in 2013, his "colleagues" were the second best part about being involved in Star Trek. They eventually became "lifelong friends." He further shared a heartwarming moment from his marriage to Bradley Altman. He explained that Walter Koenig (known for his role as Pavel Chekov) served as their "best man."

Moreover, according to George, Nichelle Nichols (whose performance as Uhura is unparalleled) was asked to be the "Matron of Honor." However, Nichols was not on board with the traditional use of "Matron" and wanted to be addressed as the "Best Lady." To quote George's exact words:

"We asked Nichelle Nichols ("Uhura") to serve as Matron of Honor, but she didn't like to be called Matron. She said, "If Walt is going to be the best man, why can't I be the 'Best Lady'?" So she was the Best Lady."

According to George Takei's statement to CallMeAdam, the 88-year-old star also had a very good relationship with the legendary Leonard Nimoy, aka Spock. Nimoy "presented" several awards to him while they were working together. While George Takei's greatness is evident from his appearances in numerous classics over the years (and in key roles), the 2013 interview brings to light his humility as a star. It also highlights his loyalty to a franchise that has accompanied him for a long time.

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