Warp speed recovery: Star Trek actress sends warm wishes to Premier Horgan ahead of surgery

BC Premier John Horgan received an outpouring of support after announcing that he’d be undergoing a medical procedure for a lump discovered in his throat.

The Premier explained that he noticed the lump several weeks ago. After a number of visits to the doctor, tests revealed a growth in his throat that would require surgery.

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One message he received, however, was light years ahead of the rest. American actress and author Kate Mulgrew tweeted out to Horgan, wishing him a “warp speed” recovery.

Mulgrew is best known as Captain Kathryn Janeway on Star Trek: Voyager and Admiral Janeway on Star Trek: Nemesis. She’s also known for playing Galina “Red” Reznikov in Orange Is the New Black.

Best captain ever! Thank you @TheKateMulgrew – it’s an honour to be part of your crew. https://t.co/TXuTwE6j3E

— John Horgan (@jjhorgan) October 28, 2021

Horgan responded, calling her the “best captain ever” and saying that it’s an “honour to be a part of [her] crew.”

It’s no secret that the Premier is a self-proclaimed Trekkie, either.

During his swearing-in ceremony in late 2020, Horgan flashed the iconic Vulcan salute from the Star Trek series. He’s even sported the badge to work before.

Wearing my new #StarTrek com badge. @michellemungall and I are co-chairs of the #bcndp Geek Caucus. #bcpoli pic.twitter.com/R4VqnC6VHb

— John Horgan (@jjhorgan) March 11, 2014

Horgan is expected to undergo a medical procedure sometime on Friday.