‘Star Trek: Voyager’ Co-Creator Jeri Taylor Has Passed Away

A trailblazing figure in the world of science fiction, Jeri Taylor passed away on August 26, 2023.

Taylor was best known for her work on the television series 'Star Trek: Voyager', which she co-created with Rick Berman.

Jeri Taylor's passing was confirmed by her family in a statement released on August 27th. Taylor, 68, had been battling cancer for several years. She was surrounded by family and friends at the time of her death.

Taylor was born in Chicago, Illinois, in 1954. She began her career in television as a writer for the series 'The Next Generation'. She went on to work on several other 'Star Trek' series, including 'Deep Space Nine' and 'Enterprise'.

In addition to her work on 'Star Trek', Taylor also wrote for a number of other television series, including 'Babylon 5', 'Battlestar Galactica', and 'Lost'. She also wrote several novels, including 'The Shattered Chain' and 'Children of the Stars'.

Taylor was a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in the entertainment industry. She was a founding member of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America's Committee on Diversity. She also served on the board of directors of the National Space Society.

Taylor's work has been praised for its intelligence, compassion, and imagination. She was a gifted storyteller who helped to shape the world of science fiction. She will be deeply missed.