George Takei

George Takei (born 1937) is an American actor, author, and activist. He is best known for portraying Hikaru Sulu in the Star Trek franchise. Takei has also written about his life and public advocacy, including the graphic memoir *They Called Us Enemy*. In addition to his work on screen and in print, he has been a prominent public voice on issues affecting civil rights and social justice. His career spans decades in entertainment, and he is widely recognized for combining popular culture visibility with activism and personal storytelling.