Summary
Several celebrities will appear atFan Expo Dallasin June 2024, and while most are recognizable names, 20 guests undoubtedly stand out from the crowd. The sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming convention will occur at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. The organizers expect tens of thousands of people to attend to get autographs, photos with their favorite actors/actresses/filmmakers, and watch various exciting panels featuring the aforementioned celebrities. Followingthe impressive talent at the Fan Expo Philadelphiain May,the Dallas event is pulling out all the stops with its lineup of stars.
Fan Expo Dallas will take place at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center from June 7 to June 07, 2025.
In previous years, Fan Expo Dallas has featured notable guests such as Michael J. Fox, Lynda Carter, Keifer Sutherland, Tom Welling, Rainn Wilson, and more. For 2024, the convention’s list of attendees continues Fan Expo’s reputation of getting big names to make an appearance, sign autographs, take photos, and engage in discussions and panels. FromMarvel Cinematic Universe stars toDoctor Wholegends,it looks like Fan Expo Dallas made sure to have a wide variety of guests to appeal to all fans.
20David Tennant
Known For Doctor Who
David Tennant, who is most known for his run as the Tenth Doctor in the popular BBC sci-fi series, is one of the manyDoctor Whocastmembers attending Fan Expo Dallas.Tennant is credited with launchingDoctor Who’s modern acclaim with his performance of the Tenth Doctor,and many rank him as their favorite Doctor in the show’s history. So, the actor’s mark onDoctor Whois rather extraordinary (which makes Tennant’s appearance at Fan Expo Dallas in 2024 all the more exciting).
In one of the show’s most shocking plot twists, David Tennant returned toDoctor Whoin 2023 to briefly play the Fourteenth Doctor (before Ncuti Gatwa’s Fifteenth Doctor took over).
Aside from the BBC series, though, Tennant has had a plethora of other memorable roles. He isknown for his critically acclaimed portrayal of Kilgrave in Netflix’sJessica Jones(arguablyone of Marvel’s best villains), and he currently stars as Crowley inGood Omens. Additionally, Tennant is a talented voice actor who voices Huyang inAhsokaand previously voiced Scrooge McDuck inDuckTales.
Saturday, June 8, and Sunday, June 9
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“Time and Space with David Tennant” on Sunday, June 9, at 3:45 pm in the Main Theater (Show Floor)
A 3-Minute David Tennant Scene Is Defining Doctor Who’s Entire Future
David Tennant’s return as the Doctor for the 60th-anniversary celebrations wasn’t just a nod to the show’s past, as it also set up its future.
19Billie Piper
Billie Piper starred as Rose Tyler,David Tennant’sTenth Doctor’s best companion inDoctor Who, for 34 episodes in the BBC series, and she is reuniting with her former costar at Fan Expo Dallas 2024. Piper most recently played Sam McAlister in the Netflix biographical dramaScoop, based on Emily Maitlis' 2019 BBC television interview with Prince Andrew. But the actress is also known for her music career — she released two studio albums in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
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“Timeless Tales: A Journey Through the Doctor Who Universe” at 12:45 pm on Saturday, June 8, in the Main Theater (Show Floor)
Doctor Who
Cast
Doctor Who: Released on August 16, 2025, this series follows the Doctor and their companion as they journey across time and space, encountering a range of extraordinary friends and adversaries, expanding the universe of the long-running British science fiction series.
18Jodie Whittaker
Jodie Whittaker will be joining herDoctor Whocomrades at Fan Expo Dallas in 2024. As many will recall,Whittaker played the Thirteenth Doctor inDoctor Whofrom 2017 to 2022 (whenDavid Tennant briefly took over as the Fourteenth Doctor). Outside the BBC sci-fi series, Whittaker has starred inBroadchurch,Black Mirror, andVenus(which earned the actress British Independent Film Award and Satellite Award nominations).
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17Gaten Matarazzo
Known For Stranger Things
A couple of members oftheStranger Thingscastare seemingly taking a break from filming the fifth and last season of the Netflix sci-fi horror series to attend Fan Expo Dallas in 2024, including Gaten Matarazzo.Matarazzo has starred as Dustin Henderson inStranger Thingssince season 1,and he’s undoubtedly been one of the fan-favorite characters since viewers met Dustin during the pilot episode. Mattarazzo is mostly just known for his portrayal of Dustin. However, the actor also has an impressive stage career, having played Gavroche inLes Misérablesand Jared Kleinman inDear Evan Hanson.
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“Adventures in Hawkins: AStranger ThingsReunion” at 11:45 am on Sunday, June 9, in the Main Theater (Show Floor).
16Caleb McLaughlin
Caleb McLaughlin is the secondStranger Thingsactor making an appearance at Fan Expo Dallas in June 2024, alongside his costar, Gaten Matarazzo.McLaughlin portrays Lucas Sinclair in the popular television show,and like Matarazzo, he’s been one of the series regulars since season 1. Fans may also recognize McLaughlin from his appearances inHigh Flying Bird,Concrete Cowboy, andThe Book of Clarence.
15William Shatner
Known For Star Trek
The legendary William Shatner will be signing photos and taking pictures at Fan Expo Dallas.Shatner is widely known for his portrayal of Captain James T. KirkintheStar Trekfranchise. However, he’s had a thriving career outside the world ofStar Trek, as well. Shatner has also starred inT. J. Hooker,Rescue 911,Miss Congeniality,Boston Legal, and many other films and television shows.
Friday, June 7, and Saturday, June 8
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“Boldly Going with William Shatner” at 5:45 pm on Friday, June 7, in the Main Theater (Show Floor)
I’m Glad William Shatner Didn’t Appear In J.J. Abrams' Star Trek Movie
Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci considered bringing back William Shatner for J.J. Abrams' Star Trek movie. Here’s why it’s good that Kirk stayed dead.
14Marisa Tomei
Known For Spider-Man
Marisa Tomei is probably most known for her role inMy Cousin Vinny, which earned her an Oscar, but she has also starred inWhat Women Want,In the Bedroom,The Wrestler, and several other movies. As for the comic side of things,Tomei is recognized for her role asAunt May Parker in the MCU’sSpider-Manfilmsand more— she appeared inCaptain America: Civil War,Spider-Man: Homecoming,Avengers: Endgame,Spider-Man: Far From Home, andSpider-Man: No Way Home.
$100 for 8x10 and $120 for all other items
“Spotlight on Marisa Tomei: A Career in Film” at 12:45 pm on Sunday, June 9, in the Main Theater (Show Floor)
13Susan Sarandon
Known For Thelma & Louise
Susan Sarandon is among the several iconic Hollywood veterans to come to Fan Expo Dallas. Although she has had a long and impressive career in film, It seems as thoughthe convention is shining a spotlight on Sarandon’s 1991 crime dramaThelma & Louise.Sarandon played Louise while Geena Davis (who will also be in attendance at Fan Expo Dallas) portrayed Thelma. A handful of Sarandon’s other noteworthy movies includeThe Rocky Horror Picture Show,Lorenzo’s Oil,Stepmom, Bull Durham, Enchanted, Blue Beetle, and many more.
“Staying with Your Bestie: A Spotlight on Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon” at 3:45 pm on Saturday, June 8, in the Main Theater (Show Floor)
12Sam Raimi
Known For Spider-Man & Evil Dead
Sam Raimi is one of the few non-actors (even though he has made many cameos in his movies over the years) attending Fan Expo Dallas in June 2024. Raimi, a director, screenwriter, and producer, is notable for helming the first threefilms in theEvil Deadfranchiseand theSpider-Mantrilogy starring Tobey Maguire. He recently returned to his comic roots when he agreed todirect the Marvel Cinematic Universe’sDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madnessin 2022.
“Raimi’s Realm: A Journey Through Genre Mastery” at 11:45 am on Saturday, June 8, in the Main Theater (Show Floor)
11Temuera Morrison
Known For The Book Of Boba Fett
The 2024 convention needed a fewStar Warsstars, and consequently, the legendary Boba Fett (aka Temuera Morrison) will be at Fan Expo Dallas.Morrison has played Jango Fett (and his many clones, including Boba Fett) in theStar WarsfranchisesinceStar Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones. However, the actor is also known for voicing Chief Tui inthe cast ofMoanaandMoana 2and playing Tom Curry (Aquaman’s father) in the DCEU (Aquaman,The Flash, andAquaman and the Lost Kingdom).
“Bounty Hunting Legends: Temuera Morrison & Ming-Na Wen” at 4:45 pm on Saturday, June 8, in the Main Theater (Show Floor)
