BREAKING NEWS
Legendary Actor Obi Ndefo Passes Away at 51, Star Trek Fans Mourn the Loss of Drex and Kelemane
We are devastated to report that Obi Ndefo, a beloved actor in the world of science fiction, has tragically passed away at the age of 51. Ndefo’s numerous roles included the memorable portrayals of "Drex" in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine and "Kelemane" in Voyager, making him a familiar face among fans of the iconic franchise.
Biography:
Obi Ndefo was born in 1972, and began his acting career in the early 2000s. Throughout the years, he had many notable appearances in TV series, movies, and plays. Some of his other notable credits include his recurring role as "Father Mulcahy" in CBS’s series "NCIS: New Orleans," guest appearances in "Supergirl" and "2 Broke Girls," as well as numerous Off-Broadway productions.
Career Highlights:
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine: Ndefo played the role of Drex, a warrior on the Bajoran Warship Kira, for several episodes in Season 6.
Star Trek: Voyager: In multiple episodes during Season 8, Ndefo starred as Kelemane, an alien scientist conducting experiments for the ship.
NCIS: New Orleans: Ndefo played "Father Mulcahy," a compassionate clergyman often called in as a counselor, from Season 4 to 7.
Reaction to News:
Fans, actors, and crew members who worked with Ndefo have expressed their deepest sympathies, sharing stories about his impact on their work and their lives. Remembering the actor’s versatility and dedication, many fans take to social media to commemorate his extraordinary talent.
"It’s shocking to learn that Obi Ndefo has passed away at only 51. A multifaceted actor who delivered memorable performances in so many roles." – Alex B., die-hard Star Trek fan
"R.I.P., Obi. Your impact on NCIS: NOLA’s scenes as ‘Father Mulcahy’ will always be cherished by the show’s cast and crew." – @NOLA_NSCIS
"Condolences to Obi’s family and friends. So many remarkable roles throughout the years – we’re especially grateful for his contributions to #Startrek’s universe." – @FanTrekHQ
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TODAY. COM: “Obi Ndefo, who played Bodie on “Dawson’s Creek,” has died. His sister, Nkem Ndefo, confirmed his death in an Instagram post on Aug. 31, sharing a photo of the two.
“Heartbroken at the loss of my younger brother,” she wrote with a broken heart emoji. “and knowing he’s finally at peace.”
While Obi Ndefo’s cause of death has not been confirmed, Nkem Ndefo wrote in her post: “Tragically, Obi’s heart gave out in his longstanding battle against the eating disorder orthorexia.”
She shared that the family shared the news to “bring attention” to the disorder's “severity and in the hopes that those suffering from this devastating disease receive the compassionate care they deserve.”
According to the National Eating Disorders Association, orthorexia is an "obsession with proper or ‘healthful’ eating.” The fixation on "healthy eating" can involve food restriction, with health consequences such as malnutrition.
Obi Ndefo's death comes five years after he was involved in an accident that resulted in the loss of his legs. In 2019, Obi Ndefo was hit by a speeding SUV when he was putting his groceries in the trunk of his car, the Los Angeles Times reported. His legs had to be amputated, and his surgeon called his survival a “miracle.”
Obi Ndefo is also known for his roles as Drex in “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," Kelemane in “Star Trek: Voyager,” as well as Rak’nor in “Stargate SG-1.”
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