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The Star Trek sci-fi franchise began with the release of Star Trek: The Original Series in September 1966. Since then, its lore has expanded through numerous movies, TV shows, animated series, comics, and video games, creating a vast universe.
Over the years, the franchise has introduced many iconic characters, such as Captain Kirk and Spock, who have become fan favorites. Alongside these beloved individuals, Star Trek has also given us several memorable couples whose relationships have captured the hearts of fans.
In this article, we highlight 10 of the most adorable couples from the Star Trek franchise.
10) Shaxs & Dr T’Ana
Shaxs and T’Ana had feelings for each other, but before they could act on them, Shaxs sacrificed his life to save the Cerritos. Later, after his resurrection, T’Ana made advances on him while he was still recovering and regaining his memory.
In a rare moment of vulnerability, she even revealed how she lost her tail—something she had never shared with anyone before.
9) Kasidy Yates and Benjamin Sisko
Avery Brooks’ Captain Benjamin Sisko was a character from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. His love story with Kasidy Yates began after his son, Jake, introduced them.
Unfortunately, their story took a tragic turn when Sisko is called by the Bajoran Prophets to the Celestial Temple. Although he promised Kasidy that he would return to his family, his return was never shown or confirmed.
8) Kira and Odo
Kira and Odo have one of the most adorable relationships in the Star Trek franchise. Their story of becoming friends to lovers in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine is endearing.
However, they started having a complicated relationship as Kira's hidden truth about killing a Bajoran collaborator is revealed. Their relationship does suffer. However, after understanding why Kira had done that, Odo eventually moves past her lie, and they form a relationship.
7) Captain Jean-Luc Picard and Vash
One of Captain Picard’s most popular romances was with Vash, an adventurous archaeologist who appeared in Star Trek: The Next Generation. Their contrasting personalities created a compelling dynamic, making their relationship intriguing.
However, when Vash was banned and suspended for selling ancient artifacts, putting her at odds with Picard’s principles, it impacted their relationship. Although their romance was brief, it remained one of Picard’s most passionate relationships.
6) T'pol and Trip Tucker
T'Pol and Trip Tucker of Star Trek: Enterprise are one of the franchise's favorite couples. Initially, their relationship was tense and complicated, filled with conflict and misunderstandings. However, as they went through many challenges together, their relationship gradually grew stronger, and they slowly fell in love with each other.
At first, Trip started suppressing his emotions to not give more stress to T'Pol. So, it took a while for T'Pol to realise her feelings for Trip, which eventually led to their marriage.
5) Paul Stamets and Hugh Culber
Star Trek: Discovery characters: Paul Stamets and Hugh Culber are the first openly gay characters in the sci-fi franchise. While Hugh Culber was the ship’s doctor, Stamets was the science officer on the USS Discovery. Their relationship was highly praised by fans for being realistic. However, the fans were devastated when Culber was killed off.
4) Miles & Keiko O'Brien
Another popular couple in the Star Trek franchise is Miles O’Brien and his wife, Keiko. They were praised for portraying a realistic relationship with several ups and downs.
There were times when they fought and made many compromises, but they faced all challenges together. Though these challenges sometimes impacted their relationship, they always managed to find a way out.
3) William T. Riker and Deanna Troi
One of the popular couples in the Star Trek universe is William T. Riker and Deanna Troi. Even though both of them were deeply in love with each other, Deanna and Riker remained friends for many years and were quite happy about it.
Their bond is one of the strongest and is not easily shaken by challenges and difficulties. The chemistry between them is endearing to watch.
2) Rom and Leeta
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine introduced us to the adorable couple Rom and Leeta. They were initially introduced as employees of Quark’s Bar. Their relationship developed slowly, as Rom was hesitant after his first marriage had caused him so much pain.
However, they eventually fell in love and got married. Rom and Leeta’s relationship might be unusual, but it is one of the most beautiful in the Star Trek franchise.
1) Captain Kirk and Edith Keeler
Captain Kirk and Edith Keeler are one of the most beloved couples among Star Trek fans. After McCoy changes the course of history, Kirk and Spock follow him to the past to restore it. There, Kirk falls in love with Edith, a soup kitchen worker.
However, they later discover that to restore the future, Keeler must die, as McCoy had unknowingly saved her from an accident, altering history.
With a heavy heart, Kirk allows the accident to happen, letting Edith die. Even though their relationship was brief, Edith became one of Captain Kirk’s most memorable romances.
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