Why Some of Hollywood's Biggest Stars Don’t Have a Walk of Fame Star
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Have you ever strolled down Hollywood Boulevard and asked yourself why major stars like Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, or Al Pacino don’t have stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame? You’re not alone—and the answer might surprise you.
Unlike popular belief, Walk of Fame stars aren’t simply awarded to anyone famous. The journey starts with a formal nomination, which can be submitted by anyone—a fan, a studio, or even the celebrity themselves. But submitting a name isn’t free. There’s a $275 non-refundable application fee, which covers administrative costs.
From there, a selection committee reviews each submission based on the nominee’s professional achievements, longevity in the entertainment industry, and contributions to the community. If a nominee is chosen, they must agree to attend the unveiling ceremony—and that’s when the real cost kicks in.
A sponsorship fee of $85,000 must be paid to cover the creation, installation, maintenance, and ceremony production for the star. This cost is typically handled by studios, labels, or fan clubs.
Some celebrities, however, decline the honor entirely. Julia Roberts, nominated in the '90s, reportedly turned it down due to discomfort with the idea of people walking over her name. Clint Eastwood has been nominated multiple times but has never accepted, saying he’s simply not interested. Others, like Leonardo DiCaprio and Denzel Washington, may have been selected but haven’t scheduled a ceremony—leaving their stars unclaimed.
So the next time you don’t see your favorite celebrity’s name among the terrazzo tiles, it might not be a snub—it might just be a choice.
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