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Star Trek was riddled with its share of scandals. Roddenberry’s personal life was messy, marked by extramarital relationships with co-stars, causing gossip and tension on set. These romantic entanglements occurred even as tensions flared between Shatner and other cast members. Leonard Nimoy achieved a unique fan following, which only added to the pressure and complexity of his relationship with his co-stars.
Throughout the production, budget constraints forced the team to employ unconventional methods, such as producing costumes in sweatshops. This controversial approach raised ethical questions about cost-cutting measures in the entertainment industry.