He said “I was completely blown away and speechless. I grew up watching Gates on TNG and the messages she conveyed formed part of my moral core, so to see her wishing me happy birthday means so much to me. Thank you to her and to my partner for giving me that special moment.” Thank you, Gates! — Matthew

Gates McFadden is incredibly kind, mindful, and compassionate. Her pep-talk for my wife who is doing a difficult hospital internship was very moving (it brought tears to her eyes, in fact) and included personal anecdotes, advice, and lots of encouragement. My wife said she’s going to watch it whenever she’s having a rough day at the hospital. I couldn’t have imagined a better Cameo—it was perfect! Thank you so much, Gates! It means the world to us both.

Thank you so much for the amazing message! Your kind words meant so much. The field jacket is the one from the bridge of the D. You look fabulous in it, though you look exquisite in any outfit! My favorite pieces are the Brahms Trio Op.40, Beethoven Op. 81b, and the Poulenc Sextet. With much gratitude and love, the Horn player