HOLLYWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ACCEPTING WALK OF FAME NOMINATIONS FOR
CLASS OF 2025, STARTING APRIL 15 TO MAY 31 AT NOON PST
THE HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME STAR GOES TO….
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the Hollywood Walk of Fame starting April 15th, 2024. The submission deadline is Friday, May 31, 2024, at 12 noon. There are no exceptions. All nominations will be considered in June’s annual Walk of Fame Committee meeting. The Walk of Fame Committee will make selections for the year 2025.
The Chamber will accept applications beginning April 15th, 2024, via our Walk of Fame website, www.walkoffame.com. There is a $250 application fee.
“It is that time again! Celebrities can soon submit for consideration for a Walk of Fame star for the Class of 2025,” stated Ana Martinez, Producer of the Walk of Fame ceremonies. “Our Walk of Fame applications will be available starting April 15. This is an easy way to nominate your favorite entertainer or client with their permission in the categories of Motion Pictures, Television, Recording, Radio, Live Theatre/Live Performance, and Sports Entertainment! The Walk of Fame Committee will select an elite group of personalities to become our newest Walk of Famers and continue to help make Hollywood the most famous landmark in the world!” added Martinez.
Please submit a completed nomination application and a commitment to sponsor the star. Potential nominees must sign off in writing on the nomination forms and agree to attend the event to accept the honor if selected. “Anyone can nominate their favorite celebrity, including fans,” said Martinez.
Nomination applications can be obtained at www.walkoffame.com
Nomination Procedures: http://www.walkoffame.com/pages/nominations
Frequently Asked Questions: http://www.walkoffame.com/pages/faqs
The Walk of Fame Committee will select an average of 24 names for the world-famous Walk.
Whether nominating an individual or group, the sponsor must submit a photo, a bio, the nominee’s qualifications, and a list of contributions to the community and civic-oriented participation. A letter of agreement from the nominee or his/her management must be included with the application. Those selected for stars have a two-year time frame to set their ceremony date. The selections expire upon the second anniversary of being chosen. Posthumous nominations have a two-year waiting period before they can be nominated.
The Walk of Fame is a global tourist attraction with millions of visitors annually. We want to ensure that the Walk of Fame and its environs remain a special and spectacular place to visit your nominee’s star if selected and the stars of over 2,700 honorees already enshrined on the Walk. To that end, the Hollywood Chamber maintains a Community Foundation whose purpose is to enhance the beauty and success of the Hollywood community. We hope honorees if selected, will consider donating memorabilia or other assistance to help the Community Foundation achieve its mission of a better Hollywood tomorrow.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame does not encourage or endorse online campaigns for fundraising for a star before selection. Such initiatives do not impact the selection process for a star on the Walk of Fame. The committee does not accept signatures, phone calls, e-mails, or written or online petitions for a nomination. Beware of all online petitions that collect your email address to no avail. Only official Walk of Fame applications are accepted. “We encourage you to read and fully understand the nomination and selection process on our website, www.walkoffame.com,” said Martinez.
New selections will be announced in June or July. Please have a look at www.walkoffame.com for updates.
FOR PRESS QUESTIONS CONTACT: ANA MARTINEZ
ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD WALK OF FAME-www.walkoffame.com
The Hollywood Walk of Fame is an internationally recognized Hollywood icon. With approximately 24 – 30 star ceremonies annually broadcast live worldwide, the constant reinforcement provided to the public has made the Walk of Fame a top visitor attraction. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce continues to add stars to the Walk of Fame as the representative of the City of Los Angeles. The Walk of Fame is a tribute to all of those who worked diligently to develop the concept and to maintain this world-class tourist attraction. The Walk of Fame is open to the public. No paid admission or assigned seating at star ceremonies. It is understood that the cost of installing a star on the Walk of Fame upon approval is $75,000 (fee subject to change), and the sponsor of the nominee accepts the responsibility for arranging for payment to the Hollywood Historic Trust, a 501(c)3 charitable foundation. The funds are used to pay for the creation/installation of the star, the ceremony, and the maintenance of the Walk of Fame.
ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Since 1921, the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce exists to promote and enhance the business, cultural, and civic well-being of Hollywood. With some 700 members representing over 148,000 employees, the Chamber is the largest business organization in Hollywood. It serves as a place for diverse members to foster and implement big ideas that help drive commerce and improve the community of Hollywood. The Hollywood Chamber is the proud steward of two global icons: the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Hollywood Sign. To make a difference, connect with us at info@hollywoodchamber.net.