‘Star Trek’ Star Reveals Her Time Playing Her Iconic Character Is Over
- - ‘Star Trek’ Star Reveals Her Time Playing Her Iconic Character Is Over
Nicole MooreDecember 17, 2025 at 3:59 AM
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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds star Jess Bush is officially done filming as her character, Nurse Christine Chapel.
In a December 16 Instagram upload, Bush, who began starring in the Paramount+ series during its first season, which premiered in 2022, revealed she wrapped filming the fifth and final season of Star Trek: SNW. The post featured several pictures of the Star Trek: SNW cast on the show's set.
In the caption of the post, the model expressed gratitude for being able to play Nurse Chapel, a character who was originated by Majel Barrett in the 1960s series, Star Trek: The Original Series.
"This feeling is very big. I could not be more thankful for the five years I got to spend growing with this group of people. That’s a wrap on the chap," captioned Bush.
Fans Showered Jess Bush With Support
Several fans took to the comments section to share their appreciation for Bush's portrayal of Nurse Chapel. Some commenters also shared they were sad to see Star Trek: SNW ending after its fifth season.
"Gonna miss this show and this cast!! On to the next big thing Jess! You are incredible!" wrote a commenter.
"My favorite people in the world, so happy for everything they've accomplished," added another.
"woo-hoo! best trek ever! gonna miss this show so much!!" shared a different person.
"You are all so amazing, im going to miss this show so much," commented another.
"Thank you Jess, you are so loved by us fans!!" shared a fan.
"I am devastated, two seasons in advance Thank you for bringing life to Chappell again!" chimed in a sixth person.
Jess Bush Expressed Appreciation for the 'Star Trek: SNW' Cast & Crew
Bush expressed appreciation for the cast and crew of Star Trek: SNW in a July 2025 interview with Sarah Hanlon. Bush noted that Star Trek: SNW sometimes tackles difficult topics, which need to be handled with care and respect.
"I think that the crew and cast are so professional. And have such a deep respect for the stories that we're telling. So when we're dealing with heavy subject matter, everybody is kind of aware of that," said Bush during the interview. "And they move more tenderly and slowly, and look after us, in a sense of, like, what we might need to feel safe and able to explore things that are a little bit heavier."
The upcoming fourth season of Star Trek: SNW is expected to premiere in 2026.
This story was originally published by Parade on Dec 17, 2025, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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