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Hollywood Walk of Fame

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The Hollywood Walk of Fame features famous stars embedded in the sidewalk along Hollywood Boulevard.

Hollywood Walk of Fame

The Hollywood Walk of Fame is a fun place with shiny stars on the sidewalk. It is in Hollywood, a part of Los Angeles, California. The stars honor special people in entertainment, like actors, musicians, and filmmakers.

The Walk of Fame started in 1953 and the first stars were placed in 1958. Today, there are over 2,800 stars. Each star has a name and a symbol, like a film camera for movies or a music note for songs.

Many famous people have stars there, including Mary Pickford and James Cameron. Some stars even belong to fictional characters like Mickey Mouse and Lassie!

People from all over the world visit the Walk of Fame. It is a popular spot for tourists and fans. When a new star is added, there is a special celebration that anyone can attend.

The Hollywood Walk of Fame has inspired similar walks in many other cities around the world. It is a special place that helps people remember and celebrate famous entertainers.

Images

Symbol for motion pictures on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Emblem representing the television category on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Symbol representing music recordings on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Symbols representing the radio category on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Symbol of the Theater category on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
A moon monument on the Hollywood Walk of Fame commemorating the Apollo XI space mission crew.
Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, California.
A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame honoring the entertainer Bob Hope.
A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame honoring Muhammad Ali.
Emblem representing an athletic achievement on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
A historic view of the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the 1960s, showcasing famous stars embedded in the sidewalk.

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