Patti Yasutake

Patti Yasutake (born September 6, 1953) is an American actress known for her work in stage, film, and television. She gained recognition for her portrayal of Nurse Alyssa Ogawa in the Star Trek franchise. Yasutake made her television debut in 1985 on the show T.J. Hooker and has since appeared in various TV shows such as Boston Legal. She was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Female in 1988 for her role in The Wash. Some of her notable film and TV credits include Gung Ho, Without Warning: The James Brady Story, Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot, and Blind Spot. Yasutake currently resides in Hollywood, California and is married.