Star Trek fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of the upcoming third season of the popular series, Picard.
As the premiere date draws closer, more information is being released about what fans can expect to see in the new season.
Recently, it was announced that LeVar Burton, who played the character of Geordi La Forge in Star Trek
The Next Generation, had been pitched an idea for a potential appearance in the third season of Picard. Fans were naturally excited at the possibility of seeing Burton back in the Star Trek universe, and eagerly awaited his response to the pitch.
Finally, after much anticipation, Burton has given his reaction to the pitch. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Burton revealed that he was very excited about the possibility of returning to the world of Star Trek, and that he had been waiting for the exact right opportunity that it comes along.
“I’ve been a fan of Star Trek my whole life, and I’ve always loved playing Geordi La Forge,” Burton said. “When I heard about the pitch for Picard season 3, I was really excited. It sounded like a great opportunity to revisit the character and explore new aspects of his story.”
Burton went on to reveal that the pitch for his appearance in the new season was very compelling, and that he was impressed with the direction the writers were taking the story.
He also praised the show’s star, Patrick Stewart, for his commitment to the role of Jean-Luc Picard.
“Patrick is an amazing actor, and he brings so much depth and nuance to the character of Picard,” Burton said.
“It’s always a pleasure to work with him, and I’m really looking forward to the possibility of sharing the screen with him again.”
Despite his enthusiasm for the project, Burton was quick to point out that nothing had been confirmed yet, and that he was still waiting to hear back from the producers about whether or not his appearance in the new season would be possible.
“I’m definitely interested in the project, but there are a lot of factors that go into making something like this happen,” Burton said. “I’m still waiting to hear back from the producers about whether or not they think it’s a good fit for the show.
But I’m hopeful that we’ll be able to make something work.”
Fans of Star Trek: The Next Generation will no doubt be thrilled at the prospect of seeing Burton back in the role of Geordi La Forge.
The character was a fan favorite during the show’s seven-season run, and Burton’s portrayal of him was widely praised for its warmth and sincerity.
As for what fans can expect from the third season of Picard, details are still being kept tightly under wraps.
However, it has been confirmed that the new season will pick up where the previous one left off, with Picard and his crew embarking on a new mission to save the galaxy from a mysterious threat.
The third season of Picard is set to premiere on Paramount+ later this year, and fans are already buzzing with anticipation. With the possibility of Burton’s return to the series, it seems that the show’s creators are determined to give fans everything they’ve been asking for and more.
Overall, Burton’s reaction to the pitch for his appearance in Picard season 3 is sure to be welcome news for fans of the Star Trek franchise.
With his infectious enthusiasm and talent for bringing characters to life, Burton would be a valuable addition to the already impressive cast of the show. Now, all we can do is wait and see if the producers decide to make it happen.
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