TV, movie stars and other celebrities appear at San Diego Comic-Con – San Diego Union-Tribune

This month, the annual Comic-Con International returns, bringing stars from popular TV shows and movies to San Diego.

From July 24 to July 28, the San Diego Convention Center will host special panels on everything from the history of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series to how to write, illustrate, create and publish your first comic book. Some of the biggest names in TV and film will appear at these panels and special events both inside and outside of this massive pop culture event. Throughout the convention's history, celebrities have been spotted all around the city, in coffee shops, hotel lobbies, airports and other local spots.

Here's a look at who fans can expect to see at San Diego Comic-Con, with more confirmed appearances and surprise appearances expected during the convention: