Maggie Thrett: Star Trek Alumna Passes Away at 76

American fans and industry observers were shaken by new information confirming the passing of Maggie Thrett, a familiar face from Star Trek and a performer with a sturdy career in television and film. The veteran American actress and singer, best known for her role in the original Star Trek series from the 1960s, died at the age of 76 after complications that were disclosed by her family. The family shared the news from a Long Island medical center located in the southern part of New York, where Thrett had received care in her final days. Her fans remember her not only for a single character but for the warmth she brought to screen and stage, and for the way she carried herself through decades of changing entertainment landscapes. Thrett’s Star Trek character, Ruth Bonaventure, remains part of the early lore of the franchise, a reminder of how the original cast helped establish a long lasting cultural phenomenon that continues to resonate with viewers around the globe. Thrett’s death adds another quiet moment to the long history of Star Trek, a franchise built on exploration, humanity, and a steady stream of memorable guest performances that left an imprint on science fiction fans everywhere.