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February 27, 2026
George Takei: ‘I’ve spent two minutes longer in zero gravity than Shatner’
The Star Trek actor answers your questions on Leonard Nimoy, the bathroom facilities on the USS Enterprise and the correct way to eat kangaroo penis
TL;DR
- George Takei is approaching his 89th birthday and maintains a disciplined lifestyle.
- He has experienced five minutes of zero gravity, exceeding William Shatner's three minutes.
- Takei recounts his experience eating kangaroo penis and the intricacies of fugu sushi preparation.
- He shares his perspective on being fired by Donald Trump on The Apprentice and his disinterest in running for president.
- Takei highlights Leonard Nimoy's contributions to Star Trek, including the 'live long and prosper' gesture and Spock's nerve pinch.
- Nimoy's insistence on the inclusion of Nichelle Nichols and George Takei in the Star Trek animated series demonstrated his integrity.
- Takei credits Gene Roddenberry for casting him in a non-stereotypical Asian role.
- He believes the Star Trek philosophy of "infinite diversity in infinite combinations" is essential for a better society.
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