A STAR’S TREK

After a seven-decade TV career and ahead of his West End debut in Allegiance, Star Trek icon George Takei talks coming out, ageism and the biggest regret of his life

“When I did come out, I was fully prepared to retire from my acting career. It turned out to be the reverse”

Words Jamie Tabberer
GEORGE TAKEI


“Ido 100 push-ups every morning,” reveals 85-year-old George Takei, causing this 36-year-old interviewer (with dismal upper body strength) to gasp audibly. “You’ve got to,” he adds. “The more you age, the more your muscles atrophy. Strength training is...

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