The family of Nichelle Nichols was just handed a hefty sum … after a jury awarded them millions in a lawsuit.
The TV and film icon’s estate was awarded $13 million as a result of a wrongful death lawsuit against Gila Medical Center in Silver City, New Mexico, where Nichols was treated in 2022.
The legendary Nichols was a trailblazer as Lt. Uhura on “Star Trek” … the first Black woman to play a starring role on TV. She also appeared as the beloved character in several ‘ST’ films.
Per the verdict sheet … Gila Regional Medical Center was 40% liable in the case, with one doctor being found 60% liable, while another was 0% liable.
Local station KOAT 7 reported the actress had a heart condition, and during a visit to the ER … she allegedly did not get the proper treatment — and was transferred to an assisted living facility, where she died hours later. She was 89.
We’ve reached out to Gila Medical Center in Silver City for comment … so far, no word back.
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