Would Discovery’s Book Join Star Trek: Starfleet Academy?“Done Deal”, Says David Ajala

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Summary David Ajala is open to reprising his role as Cleveland Booker in Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, as long as his cat Grudge is involved.

In Star Trek: Discovery season 5, Book assists Captain Michael Burnham in uncovering clues to the ancient Progenitors' treasure.

Ajala jokes about Chancellor Grudge at Starfleet Academy, emphasizing the importance of respecting the Queen's name.

Star Trek: Discovery's David Ajala says he would return as Cleveland Booker in Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, but his cat Grudge has to come along, too. Star Trek: Discovery season 5 is the final season, and Book is playing a key role in helping Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) hunt for clues to the ancient treasure of the Progenitors. Although Grudge isn't seeing much action, the Queen is enjoying herself in Book's quarters on the USS Discovery as Cleveland and Michael do the dirty work.

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In an exclusive upcoming interview with Screen Rant delving into Star Trek: Discovery season 5, episode 5, "Mirrors," talk turned to David Ajala's future as Cleveland Booker when Discovery ends. Here's what David said about reprising Book in Star Trek: Starfleet Academy:

Screen Rant: I'm gonna float an idea about you, and tell me what you think: Professor Cleveland Booker - Starfleet Academy.

David Ajala: Done deal. But you missed one key ingredient and feature: Professor Cleveland Booker and Grudge - Starfleet Academy.

Screen Rant: There you go.

David Ajala: I ain't trying to get no enemies out here, John. I need to make sure I put some respect on the Queen's name.

Screen Rant: Yes. I've got it: Chancellor Grudge - Starfleet Academy.

David Ajala: There you go. There you go. I love that. Done deal. Love that so much. And so will Grudge.

Related Star Trek: Discovery Season 5 Returning Cast & New Character Guide As Burnham seeks the universe's greatest treasure in Star Trek: Discovery season 5, she'll need help from a host of new and returning characters.

Source: Screen Rant Plus

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