Benjamin Lum
Benjamin Lum is an actor who made a memorable appearance in Star Trek: The Next Generation’s early days, notably in the episode The Naked Now. In this story, which references the infamous Star Trek: The Original Series episode The Naked Time, Lum portrayed a character caught up in a contagion causing erratic behavior aboard the Enterprise-D under Captain Picard’s command. His role contributed to the tense, unpredictable atmosphere that helped establish The Next Generation’s approach to building on classic Trek lore while exploring new crew dynamics. While not widely known as a major Star Trek recurring guest, Lum’s work stands out for how it supported one of the show’s defining moments as the series found its footing in balancing homage and innovation. For Trek fans delving into the early 1980s-1990s saga aboard the starship Enterprise, his performance is an interesting piece of the larger tapestry that connects TNG to its TOS roots.
Browse 1 HD Star Trek screencap gallery featuring Benjamin Lum, including The Naked Now.
