In the last few years George Takei has undergone an incredible transformation from a man who looked set to mainly be remembered for Star Trek, to a titan of social media and a potent force in the gay rights fight.
Now though he’s expanding his tentacles into a new area of the internet as he and his husband Brad are making a new semi-reality show that’s all about them.
Here’s the synopsis: ‘In this ‘reality’-series, actor and activist George Takei and husband Brad Takei navigate their daily lives, from the internet and Broadway to jetpacks and human hamster balls. With a recipe that is one part optimism and one part pragmatism, this dynamic duo overcomes life’s obstacles, reminding us that any great enterprise Takeis Two.’
The show premieres on April 7. [Read more…]
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