Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024 will feature an all-star lineup of numerous celebrities from a wide variety of science fiction, fantasy, and horror television shows and movies, including 20 standout stars. The convention, which commences on Friday, May 3, and ends on Sunday, May 5, will be located at the Philadelphia Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Everything from autographs and photo ops to panels will be offered over the course of the first weekend of May 2024 at the show.
Some celebrities appearing at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024 come from colossal franchises such as Star Wars and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, while others are known for cult films and series. According to Fan Expo Philadelphia’s website, in the past, the convention has hosted renowned guests such as Stan Lee, Chris Hemsworth, Chris Evans, Tom Hiddleston, Patrick Stewart, and many more. For 2024, the weekend in Philadelphia will include several stars of the same caliber, along with a handful of hidden gems who fans can meet and watch spill behind-the-scenes secrets from their movies and shows and tease future roles.
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Hayden Christensen
Known For Star Wars
Hayden Christensen is undoubtedly one of the biggest names appearing at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024, especially given his return to the Star Wars franchise in the past couple of years. Christensen is best known for starring as Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, debuting in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace in 1999. The actor also starred in Episode II – Attack of the Clones and Episode III – Revenge of the Sith before taking a 17-year hiatus from the role. Christensen later returned as Anakin in two Disney+ series — Obi-Wan Kenobi in 2022 and Ahsoka in 2023.
Day | Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4 | $175 | $200 | “Hayden Christensen and Rosario Dawson: A Galactic Reunion” at 7:30 pm in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E); Prices: Gold Ticker – $179, Silver Ticket – $49 |
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Rosario Dawson
Known For Ahsoka & Daredevil
Hayden Christensen won’t be the only Star Wars actor at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024 — Rosario Dawson, known for her portrayal of Ahsoka Tano in Disney+’s Ahsoka, will also appear (along with other Ahsoka stars). Dawson originated the live-action version of the iconic Clone Wars character when she guest-starred as Ahsoka in The Mandalorian season 2, episode 5, and The Book of Boba Fett episode 6 before headlining her own show in 2023. Dawson also played Claire Temple in the Netflix Marvel shows, including Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, Iron Fist, and The Defenders.
Day | Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4 | $125 | $150 | “Hayden Christensen and Rosario Dawson: A Galactic Reunion” at 7:30 pm in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E); Prices: Gold Ticker – $179, Silver Ticket – $49 |
Ahsoka
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Rosario Dawson
, Natasha Liu Bordizzo
, Hayden Christensen
, Eman Esfandi
, Ivanna Sakhno
, Mary Elizabeth Winstead
, Ray Stevenson
, Genevieve O’Reilly
, Lars Mikkelsen
, Diana Lee Inosanto - Release Date
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August 23, 2023
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1
- Franchise(s)
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Star Wars
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Natasha Liu Bordizzo
Known For Ahsoka
Natasha Liu Bordizzo is another Ahsoka star who fans can meet at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024. Bordizzo plays Sabine Wren, a Mandalorian warrior who previously fought against the Galactic Empire, in the Disney+ Star Wars television series. The character of Sabine was first introduced into the Star Wars canon in the animated show Star Wars Rebels. Aside from Ahsoka, Bordizzo has starred in Netflix’s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny, The Greatest Showman, and The Society.
Days | Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Combo Table Photo/Autograph Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 | $70 | $80 | $110 | “All About Ahsoka with Eman Esfandi, Natasha Liu Bordizzo, and Diana Lee Inosanto” on May 5th at 2:45 pm in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
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Alan Tudyk
Known For Firefly & Star Wars
The organizers of Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024 went all out in recruiting Star Wars actors for their event — Alan Tudyk is also on the guest list. Tudyk is probably best known for starring as Wash in the tragically short-lived space Western drama series Firefly. But he also played K-2SO in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
A few of the actor’s other memorable roles include Dr. Harry Vanderspeigle in Resident Alien, Eric Morden/Mr. Nobody in Doom Patrol, and Ellroy in The Rookie. Tudyk is also a seasoned voice actor, having voiced Alistair Krei in Big Hero 6, The Joker and Clayface in Harley Quinn, Optimus Prime in Transformers: EarthSpark, and many other characters in shows and movies.
Days | Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 | $80 | $100 | “All the Voices of Alan Tudyk” on May 4th at 3:45 pm in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
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Ashley Eckstein
Known For Star Wars
Before Rosario Dawson starred as Ahsoka Tano in Disney+’s Ahsoka, Ashley Eckstein originated the Togruta Jedi character in the Star Wars franchise by voicing her in Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Eckstein also voiced Ahsoka in Star Wars Rebels, Star Wars Forces of Destiny, and Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi. Outside Star Wars, Eckstein is known for playing Muffy in That’s So Raven and voicing Mia the Bluebird in Sofia the First. Eckstein also founded the fashion label Her Universe.
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Friday, May 3; Saturday, May 4; and Sunday, May 5 | $125 | $120 | “Clone Wars and Rebels Unite!” on May 3rd at 7:45 pm in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
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Sofia Boutella
Known For Rebel Moon
Sofia Boutella is a relative newcomer to the science fiction genre, having recently starred in Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon movies on Netflix, so her being in attendance at Fan Expo Philadelphia is exciting. Boutella plays Kora, a former Imperium soldier who forms an army to fight against the Motherworld in the Netflix epic space opera. The actress will assumingly reprise her role in Rebel Moon 3 and beyond. Aside from Rebel Moon, some may recognize Boutella from her roles in Kingsman: The Secret Service, Star Trek Beyond, and The Mummy.
Days | Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 | $60 | $70 | “Rebel Moon‘s Sofia Boutella” on May 4th at 12:00 pm in Theater #2 (Level 1: Room 118) |
Rebel Moon
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Zack Snyder
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Sofia Boutella
, Charlie Hunnam
, Michiel Huisman
, Djimon Hounsou
, Doona Bae
, Ray Fisher
, Cleopatra Coleman
, Jena Malone
, Ed Skrein
, Fra Fee
, Anthony Hopkins
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Rainn Wilson
Known For The Office
Even though Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024 primarily centers around sci-fi and fantasy media, a couple of other actors famous for their work in other genres will also be at the event, including Rainn Wilson. Many will recognize Wilson from his portrayal of Dwight Schrute in the long-running NBC sitcom The Office. The actor starred in the popular show throughout its run, having appeared in all 201 episodes. Aside from The Office, Wilson has dabbled in the sci-fi genre, as he has starred in Star Trek: Discovery and Utopia. Wilson has also voiced Lex Luthor in various DC projects.
Days | Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Table Photo Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 | $100 | $115 | $100 | “A Return to Scranton: The Office Cast Reunion” on May 4th at 4:45 pm in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
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Mario Lopez
Known For Saved By The Bell
Like Rainn Wilson, Mario Lopez is known for his work outside the sci-fi/fantasy genre, as many will recognize the actor from his role as A.C. Slater in the NBC teen sitcom Saved by the Bell. Lopez played Slater in almost every Saved by the Bell television show (including the revival) and movie. But in the years following his initial run as Slater, Lopez turned to hosting entertainment news magazine series, like Extra and Access Hollywood.
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Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 | $50 | $60 | “Saved by the Bell with Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Mario Lopez” on May 4th at 12:45 pm in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
Saved By the Bell
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Tiffani-Amber Thiessen
, Mario Lopez
, Mark-Paul Gosselaar
, Lark Voorhies
, Dustin Diamond
, Elizabeth Berkley
, Ed Alonzo
, Dennis Haskins - Release Date
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August 20, 1989
- Seasons
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4
- Streaming Service(s)
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Hulu
, Peacock
See at Amazon
See at Walmart
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Mark-Paul Gosselaar
Known For Saved By The Bell
Mark-Paul Gosselaar will join his Saved by the Bell co-star Mario Lopez at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024. Gosselaar is undeniably most recognized for his role as Zack Morris (a name that has almost become synonymous with his own). The actor starred as Zack in Good Morning, Miss Bliss, Saved by the Bell, Saved by the Bell: Hawaiian Style, Saved by the Bell: The College Years, Saved by the Bell: Wedding in Las Vegas, Saved by the Bell: The New Class, and the Peacock revival. However, Gosselaar also appeared in television shows such as NYPD Blue, Pitch, Mixed-ish, and Will Trent.
Days | Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 | $50 | $60 | “Saved by the Bell with Mark-Paul Gosselaar and Mario Lopez” on May 4th at 12:45 pm in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
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Marisa Tomei
Known For Spider-Man
Marisa Tomei is one of a few Marvel stars who will be at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024. For Marvel fans, Tomei is most known for her role as Aunt May Parker in the Spider-Man movies and more in the Marvel Cinematic Universe — she appeared in Captain America: Civil War, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Avengers: Endgame, Spider-Man: Far From Home, and Spider-Man: No Way Home. Others may also recognize Tomei from My Cousin Vinny, What Women Want, The Wrestler, and other films.
Days | Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 | $100 | $120 | “Meet Aunt May: Spotlight on Marisa Tomei” on May 5th at 10:45 am in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
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Chloe Bennet
Known For Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Another Marvel actress appearing at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024 is Chloe Bennet, who played Skye/Daisy Johnson/Quake in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., an ABC television series connected to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Bennet starred as the fan-favorite superhero throughout all 136 episodes of the show’s seven seasons, and many hope that she will reprise her role as Quake in future MCU projects. There were rumors that Bennet would be in Disney+’s Secret Invasion because of how Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. ended, but those turned out to be false.
Days | Autograph Price | Table Photo Price | Combo Table Photo/Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 | $50 | $50 | $80 | $70 | “Agents of SHIELD: Meet Chloe Bennet and Jeff Ward” on May 4th at 1:45 pm at the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
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Ming-Na Wen
, Brett Dalton
, Chloe Bennet
, Clark Gregg
, Elizabeth Henstridge
, Iain De Caestecker
, Henry Simmons - Release Date
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September 24, 2013
- Seasons
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7
- Franchise(s)
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Marvel
, Marvel Cinematic Universe
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Jeff Ward
Known For Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. & One Piece
Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024 will excitedly host an Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. reunion between Chloe Bennet and Jeff Ward. Ward starred as Deke Shaw beginning in season 5 of the Marvel series up until the series finale in season 7. Deke was from the future and had a shocking connection to a couple of the show’s original characters. Aside from Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Ward played Buggy the Clown in the Netflix fantasy adventure series One Piece and will reprise his role as Buggy in One Piece season 2.
Days | Autograph Price | Autograph On Funko Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Friday, May 3; Saturday, May 4; and Sunday, May 5 | $40 | $60 | $60 | “Agents of SHIELD: Meet Chloe Bennet and Jeff Ward” on May 4th at 1:45 pm at the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
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Danny Trejo
Known For Machete
Danny Trejo is one of the most renowned actors who will be at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024, as he has appeared in various iconic movies and television shows, such as From Dusk till Dawn, Con Air, Once Upon a Time in Mexico, Breaking Bad, Sons of Anarchy, and more. However, Trejo’s most recognizable character is Machete, whom the actor first played in the Spy Kids franchise. He reprised the role in a spin-off film, Machete, and its sequel, Machete Kills.
Days | Autograph Price | Table Photo Price | Combo Table Photo/Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 | $60 | $60 | $90 | $75 | “The Man, the Myth, the Legend: Spotlight on Danny Trejo” on May 5th at 4:00 pm in Theater #2 (Level 1: Room 118) |
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Cameron Monaghan
Known For Shameless & Gotham
Cameron Monaghan played one of the most iconic villains in Gotham, and he was a series regular on the popular Showtime series Shameless, so his involvement in Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024 is exciting, to say the least. Monaghan starred as twins Jerome and Jeremiah Valeska (who served as origin stories for the Joker) in the Fox superhero crime drama, and many critics and viewers praised the actor for his impressive portrayal of the well-known villain. Meanwhile, Monaghan’s Ian Gallagher was also a fan-favorite and appeared in all 11 seasons of Shameless.
Day | Autograph Price | Table Photo Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4 | $60 | $60 | $80 | “A Conversation with Cameron Monaghan” on May 4th at 11:45 am in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
Shameless
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William H. Macy
, Jeremy Allen White
, Justin Chatwin
, Ethan Cutkosky
, Joan Cusack
, Emmy Rossum
, Emma Kenney
, Cameron Monaghan
, Noel Fisher
, Steve Howey
, Shanola Hampton - Release Date
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January 9, 2011
- Seasons
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11
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Ian Ousley
Known For Avatar: The Last Airbender
Following the release of the live-action series Avatar: The Last Airbender on Netflix, Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024 is capitalizing on its relevancy and popularity by including a handful of actors from the show, including Ian Ousley. Ousley stars as Sokka, Katara’s brother in the adventure fantasy series. Before joining the cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender, Ousley appeared in 13 Reasons Why, Young Sheldon, and Physical.
Days | Autograph Price | Table Photo Price | Combo Table Photo/Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Friday, May 3; Saturday, May 4; and Sunday, May 5 | $50 | $50 | $80 | $70 | “Mastering the Elements with the Cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender” on May 5th at 12:45 pm in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
Avatar: The Last Airbender (Live-Action)
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Gordon Cormier
, Dallas Liu
, Kiawentiio
, Ian Ousley
, Daniel Dae Kim
, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee - Release Date
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February 22, 2024
- Seasons
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1
- Franchise(s)
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Avatar: The Last Airbender
- Creator(s)
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Albert Kim
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Dallas Liu
Known For Avatar: The Last Airbender
Dallas Liu will appear alongside a few of his Avatar: The Last Airbender castmates at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024. Liu plays Prince Zuko, the prince of the Fire Nation who is determined to capture the Avatar in the Netflix series. The actor had a handful of impressive film and television credits to his name prior to starring in Avatar: The Last Airbender, like his roles as Ruihua Chen in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and Shuji Ishii-Peters in Pen15.
Days | Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 | $50 | $70 | “Mastering the Elements with the Cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender” on May 5th at 12:45 pm in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
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Elizabeth Yu
Known For Avatar: The Last Airbender
Elizabeth Yu stars as Princess Azula in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender, and she will be in attendance at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024. Even though Princess Azula, the princess of the Fire Nation and Zuko’s younger sister, is a recurring character in the first season, she plays a significant role in the live-action fantasy adventure series and will assumingly be even more important in the upcoming seasons. Before appearing in Avatar: The Last Airbender, Yu starred in the films Somewhere in Queens and May December.
Days | Autograph Price | Table Photo Price | Combo Table Photo/Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Friday, May 3; Saturday, May 4; and Sunday, May 5 | $50 | $50 | $80 | $70 | “Mastering the Elements with the Cast of Avatar: The Last Airbender” on May 5th at 12:45 pm in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
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Rose McGowan
Known For Charmed & Scream
Rose McGowan will be a part of the all-star lineup at Fan Expo Philadelphia in May 2024, and many will likely recognize her from her roles as Tatum Riley in Scream and Paige Matthews in Charmed. Following her performance in the 1996 slasher film, McGowan booked more parts in horror movies (like Jawbreaker and Grindhouse), solidifying her status as a “Scream Queen.” Then, McGowan replaced Shannen Doherty in Charmed following the actress’ exit from the fantasy drama series after season 3.
Days | Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Friday, May 3; Saturday, May 4; and Sunday, May 5 | $60 | $60 | “Charmed Ones: Spotlight on Holly Marie Combs and Rose McGowan” on May 4th at 10:45 am in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
Charmed
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Holly Marie Combs
, Alyssa Milano
, Rose McGowan - Release Date
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October 7, 1998
- Seasons
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8
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Holly Marie Combs
Known For Charmed
Holly Marie Combs will join her former Charmed co-star Rose McGowan at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024. Combs is most known for her portrayal of Piper Halliwell in the popular WB fantasy drama television series, a role she played over the course of Charmed‘s eight seasons. But Pretty Little Liars fans may recognize Combs as she starred as Ella Montgomery, Aria’s mother, in the Freeform show. Since then, Combs has co-hosted a Charmed re-watch podcast — House of Halliwell — with Brian Krause and Drew Fuller.
Days | Autograph Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Friday, May 3; Saturday, May 4; and Sunday, May 5 | $60 | $60 | “Charmed Ones: Spotlight on Holly Marie Combs and Rose McGowan” on May 4th at 10:45 am in the Main Theater (Level 2: Hall E) |
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Tom Cavanagh
Known For The Flash
Tom Cavanagh is representing the DC actors at Fan Expo Philadelphia 2024. The actor is known for playing various versions of Harrison Wells and Eobard Thawne/Reverse-Flash in the CW superhero television series The Flash, the second installment in the Arrowverse following Arrow. Aside from The Flash, Cavanagh has starred in multiple other television shows, such as Ed, Love Monkey, Trust Me, Scrubs, and Royal Pains.
Days | Autograph Price | Table Photo Price | Photo Op Price | Panel |
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Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5 | $60 | $60 | $80 | “Into the Speed Force with Tom Cavanagh” on May 4th at 6:00 pm in Theater #2 (Level 1: Room 118) |
The Flash
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Rick Cosnett
, jesse l martin
, Candice Patton
, Tom Cavanagh
, Grant Gustin
, Danielle Panabaker - Release Date
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October 7, 2014
- Seasons
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9
- Franchise(s)
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Arrowverse
Source: Fan Expo Philadelphia
