Sharon Acker- Then
Sharon Acker’s appearance on the classic series Star Trek in the episode titled “The Mark of Gideon” showcased her talent and versatility. She portrayed the character Odona, hailing from the planet Gideon. Unfortunately, Gideon was grappling with a severe overpopulation crisis, which posed a significant challenge for Odona’s father, the Ambassador of Gideon.
In a desperate and ethically dubious attempt to address the issue, he devised a plan that involved Odona contracting Vegan choriomeningitis, a rare and deadly disease, from Captain James T. Kirk. The intention behind this scheme was for Odona’s eventual death from the disease to serve as a catalyst, inspiring other Gideons to consider population control measures and reduce their numbers.
