Here are some interesting facts about Martin Luther King. Birth name: Michael Luther King Jr His father was also named Michael Luther King, but changed his first name to Martin when he became a minister. The younger Michael changed his name to Martin as well, initially against his father's wishes Was a Trekkie (a fan of the original "Star Trek" (1966) TV series) Is portrayed by LeVar Burton (an actor from Star Trek The Next Generation) in Ali (2001) Encouraged Nichelle Nichols to remain on the original "Star Trek" (1966) series (according to William Shatner's "Star Trek Memories") Is the only U.S. citizen to have a national holiday dedicated to him January 20, 1986 was the third Monday in January, and consequently, the third Monday in January is an official holiday in the U.S. honoring Dr. King. To date, all 50 states observe the King holiday Won Nobel...