You probably know @GeorgeTakei as Hikaru Sulu in Star Trek… (1/4) @TODAYshow
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But for me, he’s a leading voice in preserving a little discussed, dark period in history — the incarceration of Japanese Americans during WWII — an experience he shares with my grandparents. (2/4)
I couldn’t wait to introduce myself in Studio 1A today, but he stopped me before I could… “I’m a big fan,” he said, citing my coverage of the Ireicho.
Cue the waterworks. “Infinite diversity in infinite combinations” is a cornerstone of Vulcan philosophy, and fittingly, George Takei’s personal life too. ❤️ (4/4)
@EmilieIkedaNBC That’s so cool! Spectacular handwriting, too!
@EmilieIkedaNBC Absolutely beautiful story! Thank you for sharing.