Star Trek Actor Shares Fond Memories of Worf’s Funny Reaction to Tribbles

When a Star Trek series pays tribute to The Original Series, it’s all about those special callbacks that fans instantly recognize and love. And that’s exactly what happened in the Deep Space Nine episode “Trials and Tribble-ations.” During this year’s Trek Talks, DS9 actor Terry Farrell shared some delightful stories about Michael Dorn and the filming of this iconic season 5 episode.

Farrell gave us an inside look into the making of “Trials and Tribble-ations,” from the strategies they used to promote the episode to Michael Dorn’s playful antics. She mentioned that Dorn, in true Worf fashion, brought his unique sense of humor to set. As Farrell put it, “I think the only person that, and this won’t be surprising, that had a grumpy attitude, was Michael Dorn.” She even recounted a funny moment where Dorn, with a scarf covering his head, joked in a Worf-like voice, “The tribbles know I’m here… I’m standing out.” He continued to playfully rationalize why he shouldn’t be there, setting off the tribbles, much to the amusement of the cast and crew.

“The tribbles know I’m here” is a clever nod to classic sci-fi films where seemingly harmless creatures turn out to be not so cuddly, like in Gremlins and Critters. Dorn’s playful attitude added a touch of comedy to the episode, reminding us that humor has always been a key element of Star Trek. From blooper reels to on-screen moments, having a good sense of humor is essential in bringing out the best in any series. Dorn’s memorable lines in The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, and Picard show us that a little laughter goes a long way in connecting with fans.

As we look back on Deep Space Nine’s tribute to The Original Series, let’s appreciate Michael Dorn’s comedic charm and take a cue from him to find joy in our own humanity. Share your thoughts and join the conversation about this iconic Star Trek episode on the Redshirts Always Die Facebook and X pages.