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Johnny Depp Lights Up Spike TV’s ‘Scream 2009’

A larger-than-life snowglobe filled with murderous little girls, a “Battlestar Galactica” spaceship and comic-book legend Stan Lee flying overhead on a bouquet of giant balloons — just a few signs that Spike TV’s “Scream 2009” is different from other awards shows.

Complete List: Major Emmy Nominations 2009

Check out all the nominees in major categories for the 61st annual Primetime Emmy Awards announced Thursday by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences…

‘Star Trek’ Director: Shatner & Khan Possible For Sequel

Move over old Spock – old Captain Kirk could be headed to the planned “Star Trek” sequel and his formidable foe Khan might also be back for more galactic tyranny.

William Shatner Auctions ‘Star Trek’ Premiere Invitation

William Shatner was not spotted in attendance at the Hollywood premiere of “Star Trek” at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in April – but the former franchise star did at least get an invite.

The longtime “Star Trek” star, who originated the iconic role of Captain Kirk in the original series and films, is auctioning off his tickets to the film’s premiere to benefit his Hollywood Charity Horse Show.

‘Star Trek’ Writers: ‘We Did Write A Shatner Scene’

The original Captain Kirk almost made it to “Star Trek” one last time.

While Leonard Nimoy reprises his longtime role as Mr. Spock alongside the franchise reboot’s young Spock, Zachary Quinto, thanks to a time-travel plotline, writers Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman said they made room for a William Shatner cameo, too.

MovieMantz Review: ‘Star Trek’

Finally, a “Star Trek” voyage that boldly goes where no “Trek” has gone before. Vibrantly and idealistically directed by J.J. Abrams (“Mission: Impossible III”) and smartly co-written by Roberto Orci & Alex Kurtzman (“Transformers”), the eleventh feature in the long-running series is not just a great “Star Trek” movie — it’s a great movie, period. And for that reason alone, Gene Roddenberry — who created “Star Trek” 43 years ago — would have been proud.

Mantz Rantz: Where No Mantz Has Gone Before

Access Hollywood’s movie critic interviews one of his heroes, “Star Trek” legend Leonard Nimoy — and tells him how it changed his life.

Spock Actor Leonard Nimoy Open To Appearing In More ‘Star Trek’

Leonard Nimoy says he would be onboard for more “Star Trek.”

After a 19-year absence, Nimoy reprises his iconic role as Mr. Spock in director J.J. Abrams’ new “Star Trek” prequel opposite Zachary Quinto, who stars as a younger version of the half-Vulcan, half-human science officer.

Celebrity Friends Reach Out To Farrah Fawcett

As Farrah Fawcett continues her courageous battle against cancer, she has the support of several Hollywood friends by her side.

After a week of hospitalization due to internal bleeding, Farrah returned home on Thursday, with companion Ryan O’Neal by her side.

But Ryan isn’t the only one lending his support to the ailing actress.

Chris Pine Turned Down Role Opposite Clooney For ‘Star Trek’

The buzz surrounding Chris Pine’s take on Capt. James T. Kirk in the J.J. Abrams “Star Trek” reboot has reached a fever pitch as the sci-fi movie approaches its May 8 release date – but the actor told Access Hollywood he almost turned it down to work with George Clooney.

Stars Micro-Blog Their Lives On Twitter

Celebrity can be an interesting thing when distilled to no more than 140 characters.

As the micro-blogging platform Twitter.com has gone mainstream, an increasing number of celebrities have opened up accounts where they post messages — or “tweet” — about their daily lives. A tweet can’t exceed 140 characters, but that limitation hasn’t prevented the famous from revealing a new digital dimension of themselves.

Katie Holmes To Present At SAG Awards

Katie Holmes will be presenting at the SAG Awards this Sunday, Access Hollywood has learned.

Fresh off her debut Broadway run in “All My Sons,” the actress will take the stage to present an award in an acting category, as will Emily Blunt, Claire Danes, Ralph Fiennes, Kristin Scott Thomas and Marisa Tomei.