Gates McFadden

Gates McFadden has been one of the most beloved faces of the Star Trek universe for decades. She became internationally famous as Dr. Beverly Crusher in Star Trek: The Next Generation, where she served as the USS Enterprise-D’s Chief Medical Officer, combining professional expertise with compassion and determination. After leaving the series following its second season, she returned a year later at the request of fans and remained a key member of the crew until the show’s conclusion. She went on to reprise her role in the feature films Star Trek: Generations, Star Trek: First Contact, Star Trek: Insurrection, and Star Trek: Nemesis. Nearly three decades later, she made a celebrated return as Beverly Crusher in the third season of Star Trek: Picard, where her character once again played a pivotal role.

Beyond Star Trek, Gates McFadden has appeared in a variety of film and television productions. Among her best-known genre roles is her appearance in the fantasy classic The Dark Crystal. She also appeared in The Hunt for Red October and numerous television productions. Before achieving international recognition as an actress, she built a successful career as a choreographer and movement director, contributing to acclaimed productions including the cult fantasy film Labyrinth.

At FedCon 35, fans will have the opportunity to meet Gates McFadden in person and celebrate one of the most iconic performers in Star Trek history.