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Star Trek's Original Name For The Tribbles Was Adorable
SlashFilmStory by staff@slashfilm.com (Danielle Ryan)
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The cute, furry Tribbles from Star Trek almost had an even more adorable name - and they've sparked a legacy of pop culture icons.
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- The original name for the Tribbles was 'Fuzzies' - a much softer, snugglier moniker that could've made them even more iconic
- The Tribbles have gone on to influence a wide range of beloved sci-fi characters, from Gremlins to Futurama's Nibbler, cementing their status as one of TV's most iconic alien species
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Star Trek, Gremlins, Futurama