A chance encounter while on shore leave turns into a love story of a lifetime for James T Kirk. It turns out that finding and keeping love might be harder than star ship battles. Flirtatious banter, phaser-toting action, snappy McCoy/Kirk/Spock chats, heartbreak and an extinction level event all...
Today, on what would have been his 100th birthday, we here at TrekNews.net would like to acknowledge DeForest Kelley. His iconic portrayal of Dr. Leonard “Bones” McCoy in Star Trek, made him household name and propelled the Georgia-native from a supporting character in the first season of the...
When Theresa Lewis was four years old, she received a visit from Santa Claus. One night on Christmas Eve while peering out her window, she saw a man in Santa’s traditional outfit on the roof of her house with a massive bag over his shoulder. This revelation kept...
On her 87th birthday, we at TrekNews.net would like to wish Star Trek: The Original Series star Nichelle Nichols a very happy birthday. Born in Robbins, Illinois on December 28, 1932, singer, dancer, actress, and writer, Nichelle Nichols starred in all three seasons of TOS along with six...
TrekNews.net recently visited the Star Trek: Original Series Set Tour exhibit located in upstate New York, during the weekend of Trekonderoga. Led by Star Trek superfan and fan film creator James Cawley, the team behind the tour has tirelessly recreated the Stage 9 U.S.S. Enterprise “Desilu” set that the...
Communications all across Enterprise have broken down. Another violent riot among the crew seems unavoidable. At this critical moment, Uhura has a breakthrough. But is it too late? Jody Houser and Silvia Califano turn the volume up from the relative quiet of the previous issue all the way...
William Shatner appearing at the Star Trek Set Tour in New York on Thanksgiving weekend. Have you ever wanted to tour the Enterprise with the man who played Captain James T. Kirk? Have you ever thought about what it would be like to sit down for Thanksgiving dinner with...
After chaotic events on multiple planets, the Enterprise continues her return home, but not before making a quick stop on a mysterious planet. When they return to the ship, however, Kirk, Spock and McCoy realize, much to their horror, that chaos just never seems to leave the Enterprise....
After nearly fifty years, legendary Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols has decided to retire from public convention appearances. With her farewell tour currently underway, Nichols will headline her final appearance at the Nichelle Nichols Farewell Celebration in Burbank, Calif. next May. Nichelle Nichols Farewell Celebration The event will...
Today we celebrate the 98th birthday of the late Gene Roddenberry, the man who conceptualized Star Trek and brought it first to TV, and then the big screen – a legacy that lives on today in profound and numerous ways. Those who know Star Trek likely know that...
The trinity from TOS – Kirk, Spock and McCoy – land on a planet in the midst of a political crisis. So, of course, logic dictates, at least to Spock, that he run for president. What could possibly go wrong? An issue full of metaphors, sharp dialog, great...
On Tuesday afternoon, the deal between CBS and Viacom was made official—placing the value of the merged company at around $30 billion. The merger between CBS and Viacom (Paramount’s parent company), owners of the Star Trek television and film rights, respectively, means that for the first time since the...
Star Trek: The Motion Picture is coming back to theaters for two nights in September Star Trek’s first leap onto the silver screen, Star Trek: The Motion Picture, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year and will be headed back into theaters for a special two-night engagement. The special...
Fans of Star Trek: The Animated Series have a new offering from Simon & Schuster and CBS Consumer Products to look forward to, as Star Trek: The Official Guide to the Animated Series is set to be released later this year. Written by Aaron Harvey and Rich Schepis,...
It was on this day in 1931 that Leonard Nimoy was born. While he would have a varied career across multiple forms of media, he will always be remembered worldwide for his portrayal of Spock. Nimoy first played the character in the original pilot for The Original Series,...
William Shatner, who played the iconic Captain James Tiberius Kirk in Star Trek: The Original Series and seven Star Trek films, turns 88 years young today. Montreal-born actor William Shatner started his career as a Shakespearean stage performer in Stratford, Canada and on Broadway in New York City...
IDW Publishing has announced Star Trek: Year Five. The new comic book series will explore the final year of Kirk, Spock and McCoy’s five-year mission that began with the three seasons of Star Trek: The Original Series, and was carried into the comic series Star Trek: Year Four, which...
Alright, everyone, it's that time of year again! It's time to start shopping for the favorite Trekkie in your life — and maybe pick up a few things for yourself. To help with that, TrekNews.net has put together a helpful list of some of the best Star Trek...
Following the release of James T. Kirk Bourbon Whiskey, Ten Forward Vodka and James T. Kirk Bourbon Reserve, Silver Screen Bottling has announced the next installment into their Star Trek-themed beverage line, with Montgomery Scott Blended Scotch Whiskey. The blended scotch whiskey is officially licensed by CBS Consumer...
Today, we celebrate Eugene “Gene” Wesley Roddenberry, also affectionately known as “The Great Bird of the Galaxy,” on what would be his 97th birthday. Born August 19, 1921, Roddenberry was a writer, producer, humanist, father, husband, visionary and most famously, the creative mind and force behind the legendary...
When Star Trek: Discovery actor Jason Isaacs took the stage at Star Trek Las Vegas on Thursday, he decided to shake up the standard moderator-interviewee in chairs model and fly solo — just a man and a mic facing the convention attendees mano-a-Trekkers. One topic he discussed, however,...
Smithsonian and Learning for a Small World unveil Star Trek: Inspiring Culture and Technology online course A new Star Trek online course is being offered by NetDragon and the Smithsonian Institution. Star Trek: Inspiring Culture and Technology, will be a six-week program focussing on the cultural and technological...
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