Number One Deserves a Love Story: The Perfect Match for Star Trek’s First Officer!

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In the upcoming third season of “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,” set to premiere on Paramount+ on July 17, it’s been hinted that Rebecca Romijn’s character (Number One) could use a romantic interest. Here’s an intriguing idea inspired by Rebecca Romijn’s real-life connection: Why not introduce her character’s love interest as Keenen Ivory Wayans, who happens to be her real-life partner? This twist would add a unique and engaging element to the highly anticipated season 3 of this series.

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is brimming with space-set love tales. Captain Christopher Pike (Anson Mount) deviates from the typical solitary Captain of the Enterprise by engaging in a relationship with Captain Marie Batel (Melanie Scrofano). Lieutenant Spock (Ethan Peck) has experienced the pain of losing two romantic interests: T’Pring (Gia Sandhu) and Nurse Christine Chapel (Jess Bush). Even the special guest star, Lieutenant James T. Kirk (Paul Wesley), exhibits a romantic pull towards Lieutenant La’an Noonien-Singh (Christina Chong).

In a twist for Una in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, her storyline has revolved around concealing her genetically engineered Illyrian identity while also finding pride in it. Her journey of embracing her true self has been central to her character development so far. On the other hand, many of Una’s crewmates aboard the Starship Enterprise are preoccupied with romantic entanglements. It would be fascinating to see Una explore a love story of her own in seasons 3 or 4 of Strange New Worlds. An intriguing choice for this potential love interest could be Jerry O’Connell, who is married to Rebecca Romijn in real life.

Number One’s Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Love Story Should Be With The Ancestor Of Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Captain Jack Ransom

Ransom & Una Are A Match Made In Starfleet Heaven

A compelling character to match Lt. Commander Una Chin-Riley in the new series Star Trek: Strange New Worlds could be a relative of Captain Jack Ransom (Jerry O’Connell) from Star Trek: Lower Decks. This character would be a great-great-grandfather or even further back, who served as a Starfleet Officer in the 23rd century. By doing so, we could establish Captain Jack Ransom as part of a distinguished Starfleet family legacy. Additionally, this setup would provide an opportunity for Jerry O’Connell to make a guest appearance on Strange New Worlds, bringing the character to life.

In the second season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds‘ crossover with Star Trek: Lower Decks, titled “Those Old Scientists“, Jerry O’Connell lent his voice to Commander Jack Ransom. Set in the 24th century, this animated segment saw Jack expressing admiration for Number One, a Starfleet recruitment poster that Ensign Bradward Boimler (Jack Quaid) keeps on the USS Cerritos. This sets up a potential connection between Una Chin-Riley and the Ransom family, hinting at a shared history that could explain Jack’s admiration for Una in the 24th century, going beyond her physical attributes.

In the world of Star Trek, Una, who made her debut in “The Cage” and was reintroduced to the canon through Rebecca Romijn in Star Trek: Discovery season 2, has a relatively untold backstory even after two seasons of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. It’s only fair that this popular character could have a love interest like other members of the Starship Enterprise crew. An amusing nod to fandom would be if Una develops a romance with Ransom, a Starfleet Officer portrayed by Jerry O’Connell, in a future series installment.

Rebecca Romijn & Jerry O’Connell Have Worked Together Before

They Hosted The Love Boat & Co-Starred In Other Series

It’s fitting that Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O’Connell are joining forces for “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” as love interests, given their strong chemistry both on-screen and off-screen. The pair have worked together in various TV productions since they first met in 2004 and tied the knot in 2007. They’ve previously starred alongside each other in shows like “Ugly Betty” and “Eastwick,” and more recently, they co-hosted “The Real Love Boat.” Additionally, both actors are currently featured in different Star Trek series on Paramount+.

Jerry O’Connell and Rebecca Romijn often attend comic cons and Star Trek conventions together. Given that they play Number One on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and Captain Jack Ransom on Star Trek: Lower Decks, they could be considered the contemporary power couple of Star Trek. Additionally, they are the first married pair to portray First Officers on different Star Trek series concurrently, a title they held until Jack Ransom was promoted to Captain of the USS Cerritos at the close of Star Trek: Lower Decks season 5.

During my chat with ScreenRant regarding “Star Trek: Lower Decks” season 5, I confessed that I secretly hoped my character, Jack Ransom, would ascend to the rank of Captain before Rebecca’s. After all, who doesn’t love a little friendly competition among friends!

It would bring me great joy if I were able to rank higher than her. Even though Lower Decks is about to end, I can only hope that Mike McMahan, Alex Kurtzman, and the current Starfleet leaders might consider allowing me to outrank Una Chin-Riley. This is all I truly wish for.

It’s truly a dream come true for me to say that Jerry’s wish was granted, even though “Star Trek: Lower Decks” concluded on Paramount+. The final episode saw Jack Ransom adorned with four pips on his collar and seated in the Captain’s chair of the USS Cerritos. Now, O’Connell gets to carry the prestige of embodying a Star Trek Captain, while Number One continues to be the epitome of excellence as the best First Officer in Starfleet.

Jerry O’Connell On Strange New Worlds Is The Perfect Next Star Trek: Lower Decks Crossover

Jack Ransom On Lower Decks Also Became A Captain Before Una Did

It seems logical and fitting that Jerry O’Connell might be the next actor from “Star Trek: Lower Decks” to make an appearance on “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.” Previously, Jack Quaid and Tawny Newsome graced our screens as live-action versions of Ensigns Brad Boimler and Beckett Mariner on “Strange New Worlds.” However, the crossover between these two series necessitated some time-travel antics. A potential way for Jerry O’Connell to join the cast would be by portraying Captain Jack Ransom’s ancestor – a new character – in live-action format.

As a seasoned movie critic, I can confidently say that the bond shared by Rebecca Romijn, Jerry O’Connell, and the “Star Trek” universe is deeply rooted and robust. If the opportunity arises, O’Connell’s appearance as a guest star on “Strange New Worlds” would undeniably be a major coup. With a career spanning over three decades, starting with his role in the 1986 classic “Stand By Me,” Jerry has become a household name in both film and television.

From “Jerry Maguire,” “Scream 2,” and “Piranha 3D” to his iconic portrayal of Quinn Mallory in the beloved ’90s sci-fi series, “Sliders,” O’Connell continues to captivate audiences. If he were to join “Strange New Worlds,” Jerry would undoubtedly keep the flame of “Star Trek: Lower Decks” burning brightly until the series returns one day.

For six decades, Number One has been a central figure in the Star Trek universe without having a personal life or romantic interest. It’s high time Una had an on-screen romance, and who better to play him than Rebecca Romijn’s husband, another renowned Star Trek actor? Moreover, the ideal character for Number One’s love interest could be the ancestor of Captain Jack Ransom. Introducing Jerry O’Connell into Star Trek: Strange New Worlds in live-action would create unmissable television and fulfill a storyline Number One has longed for over the years.

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2025-05-31 17:18