Sonequa Martin-Green says having Stacey Abrams in “Star Trek” was “a dream”: “amazing” –

“Star Trek: Discovery” star Sonequa Martin-Green tells HollywoodLife about Stacey Abrams’ behind-the-scenes reaction and why it’s “an experience she’ll always enjoy.”

season 4 Star Wars: Discovery celebrated with an unexpected visit from a real politician. Stacey AbramsAt the age of 49, he had a small role as president of United Earth on the hit series Paramount+. Fans not only saw the Georgia Democratic-Governor nominee emerge in the final on March 17, but also saw the hero. Sonequa Martin-GreenThe 37-year-old actress was also amazed that she could share the same screen with such a beloved politician.

‘It’s a dream. And being able to work with him was a dream,” said Sonequa HollywoodLife In an EXCLUSIVE interview, while promoting her new collaboration with Crest Kids † “We all had this feeling. “We all panicked and tried so hard to be calm, calm and collected.”

Sonequa, first black in front of aa Star wars Project explained that the entire team “can’t believe” that Stacey, who is a huge fan of the sci-fi series, made a cameo. “There you have this hero, this legend is in the making. I hope he becomes president one day, let’s be honest,” said Sonequa. “He was so amazing. So simple, so fun, real, authentic and warm. And then his acting was too. He did a great job as United Earth Pesident, I was convinced he couldn’t do anything.

The Alabama native also explained why Stacey’s look was so special as it was the last day of filming for Season 4. We gave him an award and we had fun as a company and made him feel our love.” “And then it was like the end of the season. It was so touching. It’s an experience I’ll keep forever,” she said.

Sonequa’s historical role, Captain Michael Burnham, means a lot to him. He told us to “anchor in history.” owed to those before him. Star wars universe like alum dude Goldberg And Nicola Nichols† “I hope I can do justice to this story. While I’m here and getting older, it’s impossible for me to express it. Looks like I’m crying all the time. When I really try to research it and this really tries to explain it, I cry all the time. If that tells you anything, I think it’s there.

Outside Star Wars: DiscoverySonequa is a new ambassador for Crest Kids Nail Polish + Cavity Protection Toothpaste available for ages 6 and up. Sonequa and her husband Kenric Green They have a 7 year old son Kenric Justin II using the product with Oral-B electric children’s toothbrush †

Sonequa has been so excited about her son’s oral care process with Crest Kids so far. “He hasn’t had a bruise yet and we want it to stay that way,” Sonequa, who also has a nearly 2-year-old daughter, told HL. “So I love it. I’m excited. It gives me some peace of mind because it can make me a little paranoid. I had a lot of bruises as a kid, so I’m trying to heal it for her”.