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How Michael Dorn Made Worf Stand Out On Star Trek: The Next Generation
SlashFilmStory by staff@slashfilm.com (Witney Seibold)
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How Michael Dorn's nuanced portrayal transformed Worf into a beloved Star Trek icon
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- Dorn was instrumental in shaping Worf's signature Klingon stoicism and honor-driven persona, which made the character resonate with fans
- Despite initially being cast as a background player, Dorn's powerful performance elevated Worf into a central part of the Next Generation ensemble
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Michael Dorn, Star Trek: The Next Generation