Beam me up, Whoopi! Her role in Star Trek

'Star Trek' had been such a big part of Whoopi's childhood that she asked for a role in the franchise.

When the word was out that the mega sci-fi hit would be returning with reboot 'Star Trek: The Next Generation', Whoopi wasted no time in putting herself forward for a part.

Show bosses didn't believe her at first and were only convinced when she contacted the production office directly.