Why John Cho Signed On To Star Trek Without Reading A Script
SlashFilmStory by staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold)
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Beloved Star Trek actor John Cho takes on Sulu role without reading script, proving his loyalty to the franchise
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- Cho didn't need to see a script to accept the part of Sulu in J.J. Abrams' Star Trek reboot, knowing it was an honor to be part of the iconic sci-fi franchise
- Despite not knowing the size of his role, Cho recognized the impact the character of Sulu has had on representation in Hollywood, paving the way for more diverse casting in major franchises
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John Cho, Star Trek, Star Trek