George Hosato Takei Altman (born April 20, 1937) is an American actor of Japanese descent, best known for his role in the television series Star Trek, in which he played Hikaru Sulu, helmsman of the USS Enterprise. He is a proponent of gay rights and active in state and local politics as well as continuing his acting career. He has won several awards and accolades in his work on human rights and Japanese-American relations, including his work with the Japanese American National Museum.

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George Takei

Acting Born April 20, 1937 Los Angeles, California, USA

George Hosato Takei Altman (born April 20, 1937) is an American actor of Japanese descent, best known for his role in the television series Star Trek, in which he played Hikaru Sulu, helmsman of the USS Enterprise. He is a proponent of gay rights and active in state and local politics as well as continuing his acting career. He has won several awards and accolades in his work on human rights and Japanese-American relations, including his work with the Japanese American National Museum.

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Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen

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The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

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Late Night with Seth Meyers

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The Simpsons

Akira Kurosawa (voice)
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The Simpsons

Wink - The Game Show Host (voice)
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The Simpsons

Waiter (voice)
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The Simpsons

Sushi Chef (voice)
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The Simpsons

George Takei (voice)
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The Daily Show

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American Dad!

George Takei (voice)
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Conan

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The Colbert Report

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