StarTrek.com is deeply saddened to report the passing of Dorothy Catherine “D.C.” Fontana, the legendary writer who brought many of Star Trek’s greatest episodes to life. Fontana passed away peacefully at age 80 on the evening of December 2nd, following a short illness.
Star Trek owes so much to this woman. So much lore, some wonderful stories, Sarek and Amanda, and so much heart. She was a trailblazer, and by all accounts, a wonderful person. As a Trek fan and as a writer and as a woman, I owe her many thanks for being such an inspiration.