• Nana Visitor was born on July 26, 1957, in Honolulu, Hawaii, giving her a unique cultural background.
• She is best known for her role as Major Kira Nerys on “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine,” a character that broke new ground for female leads in sci-fi.
• Before her iconic role in “Star Trek,” Nana Visitor appeared in a variety of television series, including “Hill Street Blues” and “The Twilight Zone.”
• Nana is also a talented dancer and studied ballet at the prestigious School of American Ballet in New York City.
• She has a background in theater, having performed in various stage productions, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
• Visitor’s character, Kira Nerys, was originally planned to be a secondary character but became a fan favorite and a central figure in the series.
• She reprised her role as Kira in the “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” documentary “What We Left Behind,” released in 2018.
• Nana Visitor is a passionate advocate for animal rights and has worked with organizations focused on animal welfare.
• She has also been involved in voice acting, lending her voice to various animated series and video games, including “Star Wars: The Old Republic.”
• Nana Visitor is the mother of two children, one of whom is actor Django, who has appeared in various television shows and films.
