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This fucking guy.
No content with destroying Star Trek on the big screen Abrahams hands over the entire franchise to Alex Curtzman - probably the most uninformed show runner in history. Alex sure loves to tick the boxes when it comes to 'modern' characters while managing to cause more destruction to the legacy of the franchise than a drunk Klingon in a china shop. Three disastrous series in and fans are still wondering how he's still in a job 4)
#AlexKurtzman

This fucking guy.
No content with destroying Star Trek on the big screen Abrahams hands over the entire franchise to Alex Curtzman - probably the most uninformed show runner in history. Alex sure loves to tick the boxes when it comes to 'modern' characters while managing to cause more destruction to the legacy of the franchise than a drunk Klingon in a china shop. Three disastrous series in and fans are still wondering how he's still in a job 4)
#AlexKurtzman

This fucking guy.
No content with destroying Star Trek on the big screen Abrahams hands over the entire franchise to Alex Curtzman - probably the most uninformed show runner in history. Alex sure loves to tick the boxes when it comes to 'modern' characters while managing to cause more destruction to the legacy of the franchise than a drunk Klingon in a china shop. Three disastrous series in and fans are still wondering how he's still in a job 4)
#AlexKurtzman

This fucking guy.
No content with destroying Star Trek on the big screen Abrahams hands over the entire franchise to Alex Curtzman - probably the most uninformed show runner in history. Alex sure loves to tick the boxes when it comes to 'modern' characters while managing to cause more destruction to the legacy of the franchise than a drunk Klingon in a china shop. Three disastrous series in and fans are still wondering how he's still in a job 4)
#AlexKurtzman

This fucking guy.
No content with destroying Star Trek on the big screen Abrahams hands over the entire franchise to Alex Curtzman - probably the most uninformed show runner in history. Alex sure loves to tick the boxes when it comes to 'modern' characters while managing to cause more destruction to the legacy of the franchise than a drunk Klingon in a china shop. Three disastrous series in and fans are still wondering how he's still in a job 4)
#AlexKurtzman

Les décors de #StarTrek sont en train d'être démonté (les saisons 4 et 5 de #StrangeNewWorlds sont déjà tournées).

L'ère #AlexKurtzman semble prendre fin, et rien pour prendre la suite.

Peut-être pas plus mal de laisser reposer l'univers quelques années.

Je ne suis pas fan de Kurtzman mais je pense que je le serais encore moins de l'équipe actuelle derriere #Paramount.

Donc la pose serait la bienvenu.

Les décors de #StarTrek sont en train d'être démonté (les saisons 4 et 5 de #StrangeNewWorlds sont déjà tournées).

L'ère #AlexKurtzman semble prendre fin, et rien pour prendre la suite.

Peut-être pas plus mal de laisser reposer l'univers quelques années.

Je ne suis pas fan de Kurtzman mais je pense que je le serais encore moins de l'équipe actuelle derriere #Paramount.

Donc la pose serait la bienvenu.

Les décors de #StarTrek sont en train d'être démonté (les saisons 4 et 5 de #StrangeNewWorlds sont déjà tournées).

L'ère #AlexKurtzman semble prendre fin, et rien pour prendre la suite.

Peut-être pas plus mal de laisser reposer l'univers quelques années.

Je ne suis pas fan de Kurtzman mais je pense que je le serais encore moins de l'équipe actuelle derriere #Paramount.

Donc la pose serait la bienvenu.

Andy Weir Apologizes to Alex Kurtzman After Star Trek Pitch Fallout

Fans of sci fi noticed a exchange when Andy Weir, the author of Project Hail Mary, appeared on the Critical Drinker podcast. While talking about his attempt to pitch a new Star Trek series, he said the showrunners were "nice guys" but also called the shows "s**t" and added a blunt remark about the rejection. The clip spread quickly online and sparked a backlash....

#AlexKurtzman #andyweir #projecthailmary #StarTrek

Andy Weir Apologizes to Alex Kurtzman After Star Trek Pitch Fallout

Fans of sci fi noticed a exchange when Andy Weir, the author of Project Hail Mary, appeared on the Critical Drinker podcast. While talking about his attempt to pitch a new Star Trek series, he said the showrunners were "nice guys" but also called the shows "s**t" and added a blunt remark about the rejection. The clip spread quickly online and sparked a backlash....

#AlexKurtzman #andyweir #projecthailmary #StarTrek

Andy Weir Calls Out New Star Trek on Controversial Podcast

Today many fans argue about the direction of Star Trek. Some love the fresh stories, while others feel the franchise has lost its spark. The debate grew louder after Paramount Plus stopped the series Starfleet Academy, even though a second season had already been filmed....

#AlexKurtzman #andyweir #projecthailmary #StarTrek

Andy Weir Apologizes to Alex Kurtzman After Star Trek Pitch Fallout

Fans of sci fi noticed a exchange when Andy Weir, the author of Project Hail Mary, appeared on the Critical Drinker podcast. While talking about his attempt to pitch a new Star Trek series, he said the showrunners were "nice guys" but also called the shows "s**t" and added a blunt remark about the rejection. The clip spread quickly online and sparked a backlash....

#AlexKurtzman #andyweir #projecthailmary #StarTrek

Andy Weir Calls Out New Star Trek on Controversial Podcast

Today many fans argue about the direction of Star Trek. Some love the fresh stories, while others feel the franchise has lost its spark. The debate grew louder after Paramount Plus stopped the series Starfleet Academy, even though a second season had already been filmed....

#AlexKurtzman #andyweir #projecthailmary #StarTrek

‘Project Hail Mary’ Author Andy Weir Apologizes to ‘Star Trek’ Boss After Saying the ‘Shows Are S—‘: ‘I Was Trying to Be Funny’
#Variety #News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #ProjectHailMary #StarTrek

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/andy-weir-apologizes-star-trek-1236702791/

‘Project Hail Mary’ Author Andy Weir Apologizes to ‘Star Trek’ Boss After Saying the ‘Shows Are S—‘: ‘I Was Trying to Be Funny’
#Variety #News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #ProjectHailMary #StarTrek

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/andy-weir-apologizes-star-trek-1236702791/

‘Project Hail Mary’ Author Andy Weir Apologizes to ‘Star Trek’ Boss After Saying the ‘Shows Are S—‘: ‘I Was Trying to Be Funny’
#Variety #News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #ProjectHailMary #StarTrek

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/andy-weir-apologizes-star-trek-1236702791/

‘Project Hail Mary’ Author Andy Weir Apologizes to ‘Star Trek’ Boss After Saying the ‘Shows Are S—‘: ‘I Was Trying to Be Funny’
#Variety #News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #ProjectHailMary #StarTrek

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/andy-weir-apologizes-star-trek-1236702791/

‘Project Hail Mary’ Author Andy Weir Apologizes to ‘Star Trek’ Boss After Saying the ‘Shows Are S—‘: ‘I Was Trying to Be Funny’
#Variety #News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #ProjectHailMary #StarTrek

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/andy-weir-apologizes-star-trek-1236702791/

‘Project Hail Mary’ Author Andy Weir Apologizes to ‘Star Trek’ Boss After Saying the ‘Shows Are S—‘: ‘I Was Trying to Be Funny’

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‘Project Hail Mary’ Author Andy Weir Apologizes to ‘Star Trek’ Boss After Saying the ‘Shows Are S—‘: ‘I Was Trying to Be Funny’

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/andy-weir-apologizes-star-trek-1236702791/

‘Project Hail Mary’ Author Andy Weir Apologizes to ‘Star Trek’ Boss After Saying the ‘Shows Are S—‘: ‘I Was Trying to Be Funny’

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/andy-weir-apologizes-star-trek-1236702791/

‘Project Hail Mary’ Author Andy Weir Apologizes to ‘Star Trek’ Boss After Saying the ‘Shows Are S—‘: ‘I Was Trying to Be Funny’

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/andy-weir-apologizes-star-trek-1236702791/

Andy Weir Apologizes to Alex Kurtzman After Slamming His ‘Star Trek’ Shows
#TV #TVNews #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #StarTrek

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/andy-weir-alex-kurtzman-star-trek-apology-1236551782/

Andy Weir Apologizes to Alex Kurtzman After Slamming His ‘Star Trek’ Shows
#TV #TVNews #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #StarTrek

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/andy-weir-alex-kurtzman-star-trek-apology-1236551782/

Andy Weir Apologizes to Alex Kurtzman After Slamming His ‘Star Trek’ Shows
#TV #TVNews #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #StarTrek

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/andy-weir-alex-kurtzman-star-trek-apology-1236551782/

Andy Weir Apologizes to Alex Kurtzman After Slamming His ‘Star Trek’ Shows
#TV #TVNews #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #StarTrek

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/andy-weir-alex-kurtzman-star-trek-apology-1236551782/

Andy Weir Apologizes to Alex Kurtzman After Slamming His ‘Star Trek’ Shows
#TV #TVNews #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #StarTrek

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/andy-weir-alex-kurtzman-star-trek-apology-1236551782/

Andy Weir Apologizes To Alex Kurtzman Over ‘Star Trek’ Remarks
#News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #Paramount #StarTrek

https://deadline.com/2026/03/andy-weir-apologizes-alex-kurtzman-star-trek-remarks-1236769101/

Andy Weir Apologizes To Alex Kurtzman Over ‘Star Trek’ Remarks
#News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #Paramount #StarTrek

https://deadline.com/2026/03/andy-weir-apologizes-alex-kurtzman-star-trek-remarks-1236769101/

Andy Weir Apologizes To Alex Kurtzman Over ‘Star Trek’ Remarks
#News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #Paramount #StarTrek

https://deadline.com/2026/03/andy-weir-apologizes-alex-kurtzman-star-trek-remarks-1236769101/

Andy Weir Apologizes To Alex Kurtzman Over ‘Star Trek’ Remarks
#News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #Paramount #StarTrek

https://deadline.com/2026/03/andy-weir-apologizes-alex-kurtzman-star-trek-remarks-1236769101/

Andy Weir Calls Out New Star Trek on Controversial Podcast

Today many fans argue about the direction of Star Trek. Some love the fresh stories, while others feel the franchise has lost its spark. The debate grew louder after Paramount Plus stopped the series Starfleet Academy, even though a second season had already been filmed....

#AlexKurtzman #andyweir #projecthailmary #StarTrek

Andy Weir ‘Star Trek’ Comments Draw Fire From ‘Crime 101’ Author Don Winslow
#News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #DonWinslow #Paramount #ProjectHailMary #StarTrek #StarTrekStarfleetAcademy

https://deadline.com/2026/03/andy-weir-star-trek-comments-don-winslow-criticism-1236768808/

Andy Weir ‘Star Trek’ Comments Draw Fire From ‘Crime 101’ Author Don Winslow
#News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #DonWinslow #Paramount #ProjectHailMary #StarTrek #StarTrekStarfleetAcademy

https://deadline.com/2026/03/andy-weir-star-trek-comments-don-winslow-criticism-1236768808/

Andy Weir ‘Star Trek’ Comments Draw Fire From ‘Crime 101’ Author Don Winslow
#News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #DonWinslow #Paramount #ProjectHailMary #StarTrek #StarTrekStarfleetAcademy

https://deadline.com/2026/03/andy-weir-star-trek-comments-don-winslow-criticism-1236768808/

Andy Weir ‘Star Trek’ Comments Draw Fire From ‘Crime 101’ Author Don Winslow
#News #AlexKurtzman #AndyWeir #DonWinslow #Paramount #ProjectHailMary #StarTrek #StarTrekStarfleetAcademy

https://deadline.com/2026/03/andy-weir-star-trek-comments-don-winslow-criticism-1236768808/

https://www.europesays.com/ie/400267/ Starfleet Academy’ to End With Season 2 (EXCLUSIVE) #AlexKurtzman #CBSStudios #Éire #Entertainment #IE #Ireland #Paramount+ #StarTrek:StarfleetAcademy #TV

Starfleet Academy’ to End With Season 2 (EXCLUSIVE)

“Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” will end with its upcoming second season, Variety has learned exclusively. The show was…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #TV #AlexKurtzman #CBSStudios #Entertainment #Paramount #StarTrek:StarfleetAcademy
https://www.newsbeep.com/us/540969/

Starfleet Academy’ to End With Season 2 (EXCLUSIVE)

“Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” will end with its upcoming second season, Variety has learned exclusively. The show was…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #TV #AlexKurtzman #CBSStudios #Entertainment #Paramount #StarTrek:StarfleetAcademy
https://www.newsbeep.com/us/540969/

‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ to End With Season 2 (EXCLUSIVE)
#Variety #News #AlexKurtzman #CBSStudios #Paramount #StarTrekStarfleetAcademy

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/star-trek-starfleet-academy-canceled-season-2-1236696816/

‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ to End With Season 2 (EXCLUSIVE)
#Variety #News #AlexKurtzman #CBSStudios #Paramount #StarTrekStarfleetAcademy

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/star-trek-starfleet-academy-canceled-season-2-1236696816/

‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ to End With Season 2 (EXCLUSIVE)
#Variety #News #AlexKurtzman #CBSStudios #Paramount #StarTrekStarfleetAcademy

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/star-trek-starfleet-academy-canceled-season-2-1236696816/

‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ to End With Season 2 (EXCLUSIVE)
#Variety #News #AlexKurtzman #CBSStudios #Paramount #StarTrekStarfleetAcademy

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/star-trek-starfleet-academy-canceled-season-2-1236696816/

‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ to End With Season 2 (EXCLUSIVE)
#Variety #News #AlexKurtzman #CBSStudios #Paramount #StarTrekStarfleetAcademy

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/star-trek-starfleet-academy-canceled-season-2-1236696816/

Endlich normaler Blutdruck? – Nach 10 Jahren kein Star Trek in Produktion

https://www.zukunftia.de/13058/endlich-normaler-blutdruck-nach-10-jahren-kein-star-trek-in-produktion/

#StarTrek #AlexKurtzman

#AlexKurtzman killed Star Trek.
#StarTrek

#AlexKurtzman killed Star Trek.
#StarTrek

Star Trek’s Returning Star Hits Back at Criticism of Divisive Spinoff Series – Comic Book Resources (CBR)

By Sam Fang, Published 2 days ago

Sam Fang primarily covers news for CBR, with over a decade of experience writing about entertainment and pop culture and degrees in both journalism and art.

One of Star Trek‘s veteran actors who returned for its divisive new spinoff, Starfleet Academy, is speaking out against criticisms of the show. Robert Picardo recently talked with fans on social media about the show’s backlash.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Picardo shared a newspaper image published from the time his previous Star Trek project, Voyager, went to air. “It is interesting to note that ⁦ @StarTrek #Voyager, so beloved in retrospect, was thought “woke” (“politically correct” was the term way back then) at its premiere,” Picardo wrote. The post generated plenty of dialogue with Star Trek fans regarding Starfleet Academy, which has been incredibly divisive among fans, and Picardo took the time to further share his thoughts with the naysayers.

It is interesting to note that ⁦@StarTrek⁩ #Voyager, so beloved in retrospect, was thought "woke" ("politically correct" was the term way back then) at its premiere. pic.twitter.com/qxP3fABaI6

— Robert Picardo (@RobertPicardo) January 18, 2026

One person replied to the post, claiming to have an “insider at CBS”, claiming that “Alex Kurtzman, behind the scenes, is intentionally turning it into a political lecture”, which Picardo responded to. “I know Alex Kurtzman. I work with him. I know what you were saying is not true about his motives. But my point remains: if you have a better vision, bring it to the table. You are a writer with a lot of experience and science fiction. Turn your back on what you don’t like and create something with your vision.”

Picardo also took the time to share one of his own experiences of being offended by entertainment earlier in life, responding to a fan who also criticized Kurtzman’s era of Star Trek. “I remember refusing to see THE GODFATHER,” Picardo wrote. “Being 100% Italian American, I thought it promoted negative stereotypes. I prejudged it and refused to watch it for years. Now it is my favorite movie.”

He went on to share how disheartening it was to read people tearing the show down rather than just not watching the new Star Trek installment if it wasn’t to their liking. “Here it is, simply. I miss the days when, if you didn’t like a TV show, you simply didn’t watch it. What I find sad about this present moment, is that people who don’t like a television show make it their mission to keep others from watching it, to attack it round the clock, to destroy it,” he shared.

“This isn’t a football game. This isn’t a zero sum battle to the death. This is freedom of choice in entertainment. Aren’t there more positive ways to spend your energy than simply trying to destroy someone else’s creative effort?” Picardo continued, “If you are certain you can do better, write a pitch and take it to CBS-Paramount. You have writing talent and credentials. Invest all of the time spent in trying to tear something down into trying to build something new. I promise you I’ll watch it.”

Editor’s Note: Read the rest of the story, at the below link.

Continue/Read Original Article Here: Star Trek’s Returning Star Hits Back at Criticism of Divisive Spinoff Series

Star Trek’s Returning Star Hits Back at Criticism of Divisive Spinoff Series – Comic Book Resources (CBR)

By Sam Fang, Published 2 days ago

Sam Fang primarily covers news for CBR, with over a decade of experience writing about entertainment and pop culture and degrees in both journalism and art.

One of Star Trek‘s veteran actors who returned for its divisive new spinoff, Starfleet Academy, is speaking out against criticisms of the show. Robert Picardo recently talked with fans on social media about the show’s backlash.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Picardo shared a newspaper image published from the time his previous Star Trek project, Voyager, went to air. “It is interesting to note that ⁦ @StarTrek #Voyager, so beloved in retrospect, was thought “woke” (“politically correct” was the term way back then) at its premiere,” Picardo wrote. The post generated plenty of dialogue with Star Trek fans regarding Starfleet Academy, which has been incredibly divisive among fans, and Picardo took the time to further share his thoughts with the naysayers.

It is interesting to note that ⁦@StarTrek⁩ #Voyager, so beloved in retrospect, was thought "woke" ("politically correct" was the term way back then) at its premiere. pic.twitter.com/qxP3fABaI6

— Robert Picardo (@RobertPicardo) January 18, 2026

One person replied to the post, claiming to have an “insider at CBS”, claiming that “Alex Kurtzman, behind the scenes, is intentionally turning it into a political lecture”, which Picardo responded to. “I know Alex Kurtzman. I work with him. I know what you were saying is not true about his motives. But my point remains: if you have a better vision, bring it to the table. You are a writer with a lot of experience and science fiction. Turn your back on what you don’t like and create something with your vision.”

Picardo also took the time to share one of his own experiences of being offended by entertainment earlier in life, responding to a fan who also criticized Kurtzman’s era of Star Trek. “I remember refusing to see THE GODFATHER,” Picardo wrote. “Being 100% Italian American, I thought it promoted negative stereotypes. I prejudged it and refused to watch it for years. Now it is my favorite movie.”

He went on to share how disheartening it was to read people tearing the show down rather than just not watching the new Star Trek installment if it wasn’t to their liking. “Here it is, simply. I miss the days when, if you didn’t like a TV show, you simply didn’t watch it. What I find sad about this present moment, is that people who don’t like a television show make it their mission to keep others from watching it, to attack it round the clock, to destroy it,” he shared.

“This isn’t a football game. This isn’t a zero sum battle to the death. This is freedom of choice in entertainment. Aren’t there more positive ways to spend your energy than simply trying to destroy someone else’s creative effort?” Picardo continued, “If you are certain you can do better, write a pitch and take it to CBS-Paramount. You have writing talent and credentials. Invest all of the time spent in trying to tear something down into trying to build something new. I promise you I’ll watch it.”

Editor’s Note: Read the rest of the story, at the below link.

Continue/Read Original Article Here: Star Trek’s Returning Star Hits Back at Criticism of Divisive Spinoff Series

Star Trek’s Returning Star Hits Back at Criticism of Divisive Spinoff Series – Comic Book Resources (CBR)

By Sam Fang, Published 2 days ago

Sam Fang primarily covers news for CBR, with over a decade of experience writing about entertainment and pop culture and degrees in both journalism and art.

One of Star Trek‘s veteran actors who returned for its divisive new spinoff, Starfleet Academy, is speaking out against criticisms of the show. Robert Picardo recently talked with fans on social media about the show’s backlash.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Picardo shared a newspaper image published from the time his previous Star Trek project, Voyager, went to air. “It is interesting to note that ⁦ @StarTrek #Voyager, so beloved in retrospect, was thought “woke” (“politically correct” was the term way back then) at its premiere,” Picardo wrote. The post generated plenty of dialogue with Star Trek fans regarding Starfleet Academy, which has been incredibly divisive among fans, and Picardo took the time to further share his thoughts with the naysayers.

It is interesting to note that ⁦@StarTrek⁩ #Voyager, so beloved in retrospect, was thought "woke" ("politically correct" was the term way back then) at its premiere. pic.twitter.com/qxP3fABaI6

— Robert Picardo (@RobertPicardo) January 18, 2026

One person replied to the post, claiming to have an “insider at CBS”, claiming that “Alex Kurtzman, behind the scenes, is intentionally turning it into a political lecture”, which Picardo responded to. “I know Alex Kurtzman. I work with him. I know what you were saying is not true about his motives. But my point remains: if you have a better vision, bring it to the table. You are a writer with a lot of experience and science fiction. Turn your back on what you don’t like and create something with your vision.”

Picardo also took the time to share one of his own experiences of being offended by entertainment earlier in life, responding to a fan who also criticized Kurtzman’s era of Star Trek. “I remember refusing to see THE GODFATHER,” Picardo wrote. “Being 100% Italian American, I thought it promoted negative stereotypes. I prejudged it and refused to watch it for years. Now it is my favorite movie.”

He went on to share how disheartening it was to read people tearing the show down rather than just not watching the new Star Trek installment if it wasn’t to their liking. “Here it is, simply. I miss the days when, if you didn’t like a TV show, you simply didn’t watch it. What I find sad about this present moment, is that people who don’t like a television show make it their mission to keep others from watching it, to attack it round the clock, to destroy it,” he shared.

“This isn’t a football game. This isn’t a zero sum battle to the death. This is freedom of choice in entertainment. Aren’t there more positive ways to spend your energy than simply trying to destroy someone else’s creative effort?” Picardo continued, “If you are certain you can do better, write a pitch and take it to CBS-Paramount. You have writing talent and credentials. Invest all of the time spent in trying to tear something down into trying to build something new. I promise you I’ll watch it.”

Editor’s Note: Read the rest of the story, at the below link.

Continue/Read Original Article Here: Star Trek’s Returning Star Hits Back at Criticism of Divisive Spinoff Series

Star Trek’s Returning Star Hits Back at Criticism of Divisive Spinoff Series – Comic Book Resources (CBR)

By Sam Fang, Published 2 days ago

Sam Fang primarily covers news for CBR, with over a decade of experience writing about entertainment and pop culture and degrees in both journalism and art.

One of Star Trek‘s veteran actors who returned for its divisive new spinoff, Starfleet Academy, is speaking out against criticisms of the show. Robert Picardo recently talked with fans on social media about the show’s backlash.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Picardo shared a newspaper image published from the time his previous Star Trek project, Voyager, went to air. “It is interesting to note that ⁦ @StarTrek #Voyager, so beloved in retrospect, was thought “woke” (“politically correct” was the term way back then) at its premiere,” Picardo wrote. The post generated plenty of dialogue with Star Trek fans regarding Starfleet Academy, which has been incredibly divisive among fans, and Picardo took the time to further share his thoughts with the naysayers.

It is interesting to note that ⁦@StarTrek⁩ #Voyager, so beloved in retrospect, was thought "woke" ("politically correct" was the term way back then) at its premiere. pic.twitter.com/qxP3fABaI6

— Robert Picardo (@RobertPicardo) January 18, 2026

One person replied to the post, claiming to have an “insider at CBS”, claiming that “Alex Kurtzman, behind the scenes, is intentionally turning it into a political lecture”, which Picardo responded to. “I know Alex Kurtzman. I work with him. I know what you were saying is not true about his motives. But my point remains: if you have a better vision, bring it to the table. You are a writer with a lot of experience and science fiction. Turn your back on what you don’t like and create something with your vision.”

Picardo also took the time to share one of his own experiences of being offended by entertainment earlier in life, responding to a fan who also criticized Kurtzman’s era of Star Trek. “I remember refusing to see THE GODFATHER,” Picardo wrote. “Being 100% Italian American, I thought it promoted negative stereotypes. I prejudged it and refused to watch it for years. Now it is my favorite movie.”

He went on to share how disheartening it was to read people tearing the show down rather than just not watching the new Star Trek installment if it wasn’t to their liking. “Here it is, simply. I miss the days when, if you didn’t like a TV show, you simply didn’t watch it. What I find sad about this present moment, is that people who don’t like a television show make it their mission to keep others from watching it, to attack it round the clock, to destroy it,” he shared.

“This isn’t a football game. This isn’t a zero sum battle to the death. This is freedom of choice in entertainment. Aren’t there more positive ways to spend your energy than simply trying to destroy someone else’s creative effort?” Picardo continued, “If you are certain you can do better, write a pitch and take it to CBS-Paramount. You have writing talent and credentials. Invest all of the time spent in trying to tear something down into trying to build something new. I promise you I’ll watch it.”

Editor’s Note: Read the rest of the story, at the below link.

Continue/Read Original Article Here: Star Trek’s Returning Star Hits Back at Criticism of Divisive Spinoff Series

Star Trek’s Returning Star Hits Back at Criticism of Divisive Spinoff Series – Comic Book Resources (CBR)

By Sam Fang, Published 2 days ago

Sam Fang primarily covers news for CBR, with over a decade of experience writing about entertainment and pop culture and degrees in both journalism and art.

One of Star Trek‘s veteran actors who returned for its divisive new spinoff, Starfleet Academy, is speaking out against criticisms of the show. Robert Picardo recently talked with fans on social media about the show’s backlash.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Picardo shared a newspaper image published from the time his previous Star Trek project, Voyager, went to air. “It is interesting to note that ⁦ @StarTrek #Voyager, so beloved in retrospect, was thought “woke” (“politically correct” was the term way back then) at its premiere,” Picardo wrote. The post generated plenty of dialogue with Star Trek fans regarding Starfleet Academy, which has been incredibly divisive among fans, and Picardo took the time to further share his thoughts with the naysayers.

It is interesting to note that ⁦@StarTrek⁩ #Voyager, so beloved in retrospect, was thought "woke" ("politically correct" was the term way back then) at its premiere. pic.twitter.com/qxP3fABaI6

— Robert Picardo (@RobertPicardo) January 18, 2026

One person replied to the post, claiming to have an “insider at CBS”, claiming that “Alex Kurtzman, behind the scenes, is intentionally turning it into a political lecture”, which Picardo responded to. “I know Alex Kurtzman. I work with him. I know what you were saying is not true about his motives. But my point remains: if you have a better vision, bring it to the table. You are a writer with a lot of experience and science fiction. Turn your back on what you don’t like and create something with your vision.”

Picardo also took the time to share one of his own experiences of being offended by entertainment earlier in life, responding to a fan who also criticized Kurtzman’s era of Star Trek. “I remember refusing to see THE GODFATHER,” Picardo wrote. “Being 100% Italian American, I thought it promoted negative stereotypes. I prejudged it and refused to watch it for years. Now it is my favorite movie.”

He went on to share how disheartening it was to read people tearing the show down rather than just not watching the new Star Trek installment if it wasn’t to their liking. “Here it is, simply. I miss the days when, if you didn’t like a TV show, you simply didn’t watch it. What I find sad about this present moment, is that people who don’t like a television show make it their mission to keep others from watching it, to attack it round the clock, to destroy it,” he shared.

“This isn’t a football game. This isn’t a zero sum battle to the death. This is freedom of choice in entertainment. Aren’t there more positive ways to spend your energy than simply trying to destroy someone else’s creative effort?” Picardo continued, “If you are certain you can do better, write a pitch and take it to CBS-Paramount. You have writing talent and credentials. Invest all of the time spent in trying to tear something down into trying to build something new. I promise you I’ll watch it.”

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