Star Trek TNG Cast Finally Getting The Recognition They Deserve

The statement expanded on the decision to award the entire cast, saying, “ It was originally doomed to failure since it was following in the footsteps of the original Star Trek, yet it carved its own identity, and its diverse cast was light years ahead of its time!” There are certainly no lies to be found in the Academy’s statement, as Star Trek: The Next Generation has truly been one of the most influential TV sci-fi of all time. And at a time when diversity in Hollywood wasn’t being prioritized or even considered, The Next Generation set itself apart by easily having one of the most diverse casts on TV.