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Frequently Asked Questions Q: How can I nominate someone for a Walk of Fame
Star? A: Applications are available by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce at 7018 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028 Q: Who can do the nominating? A: Anyone, including a fan, can nominate a celebrity as long as the celebrity or his/her management is in agreement with the nomination. If there is no letter of agreement included from the celebrity or his/her representative, the committee will not accept the application. Q: What is the cost of a Walk of Fame star ceremony? A: $15,000 upon selection. Q: Can someone who is deceased be nominated? A: Yes. One posthumous award is given each year. Q: Can I nominate someone who doesn’t fit in any of the five
categories? A: No. The categories do not change and the nominee must be or have been active in the field of entertainment. Q: How long after someone has been nominated will the ceremony take
place? A: The recipient has up to five years to schedule their ceremony. If it is not done within the five-year period, it will expire and an application must be resubmitted. Q: Does the committee accept signatures/petitions/phone
calls? A: The committee does not accept signatures, phone calls, e-mails, or any form of petitions for a nomination. Only official Walk of Fame applications are accepted. Q: Who are the members of the Walk of Fame selection
committee? A: Each of the five categories is represented by someone with expertise in that field. Q: How often are stars voted in? A: Stars are voted in once a year in June. An average of 20 stars are selected per year. Q: If a nominee isn’t selected during the voting process, do I have to
re-submit the application for the following year? A: The application is effective for two years. If after two years the nominee is still not selected, the applicant can file a new application or send a letter requesting that the application be reinstated. Updates on the recipients are accepted and included in their file. Q: When does the committee meet? A: The committee meets once a year, in June. Q: How can I find out if someone has a star on the Walk of
Fame? A: You can find star locations on the Chamber website. Q: Can I attend a Walk of Fame ceremony? A: Walk of Fame ceremonies are open to the public. There is a public viewing area set up for all to enjoy. Please be aware that ceremony dates are subject to change. Call the Walk of Fame information line (323-469-8311) or check their website for verification. Q: How many nominations are submitted each year? A: The committee receives an average of two hundred applications a year. Q: What are the stars made of? A: Terrazzo and brass. |
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